2000 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1978 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 22 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider (155 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 616 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 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1978 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | Spider | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 1940 mm |
