1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1979 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 1986 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Suzuki LJ 50 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 176 kg more than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Fiat Ritmo | 1979 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | Ritmo | LJ 50 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1979 |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 539 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 744 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 1940 mm |