1989 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1977 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Suzuki LJ 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Suzuki LJ 50 would be higher. At 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 (109 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1977 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1977 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1977 Suzuki LJ 50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Suzuki LJ 50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Alfa Romeo 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Suzuki LJ 50 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 (235 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1977 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | 75 | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 1940 mm |
