1992 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1976 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 1992 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 would be higher. At 1,567 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alfa Romeo 75 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Alfa Romeo 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1992 Alfa Romeo 75 (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | 75 | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 1567 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 1940 mm |
