1997 Fiat Duna vs. 1978 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 1997 Fiat Duna is newer by 19 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 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Fiat Duna (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Fiat Duna should accelerate faster than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Fiat Duna weights approximately 190 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 1997 Fiat Duna. 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, 1997 Fiat Duna (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Duna | 1978 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Duna | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 1940 mm |
