1995 Fiat Bravo vs. 1978 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 1995 Fiat Bravo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Suzuki LJ 50 would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Bravo (103 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 310 kg more than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Suzuki LJ 50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Fiat Bravo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1995 Fiat Bravo (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Bravo | 1978 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Bravo | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 1940 mm |
