2004 Fiat Palio vs. 1976 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 2004 Fiat Palio is newer by 28 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 999 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Palio (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Palio weights approximately 165 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 2004 Fiat Palio. 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, 2004 Fiat Palio (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Palio | 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | Palio | LJ 50 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 539 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 1940 mm |