1992 Fiat Panda vs. 1977 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 1992 Fiat Panda is newer by 15 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 899 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Fiat Panda (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1977 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1977 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Suzuki LJ 50 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1992 Fiat Panda.
Because 1977 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, 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, 1992 Fiat Panda (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 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 1977 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Fiat Panda | 1977 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Panda | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 899 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 1940 mm |
