2001 Skoda Fabia vs. 1976 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 2001 Skoda Fabia is newer by 25 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 1,422 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Skoda Fabia (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 270 kg more than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Skoda Fabia. 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, 2001 Skoda Fabia (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Skoda Fabia | 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | Skoda | Suzuki |
| Model | Fabia | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 1940 mm |
