1992 Fiat Panda vs. 1976 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 1992 Fiat Panda 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 769 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Fiat Panda (34 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 weights approximately 56 kg more than 1992 Fiat Panda.
Because 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Fiat Panda. 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 Fiat Panda (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Fiat Panda | 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Panda | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 769 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 26 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 1940 mm |
