2005 Skoda Fabia vs. 1978 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 2005 Skoda Fabia is newer by 27 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Skoda Fabia (63 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 556 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 2005 Skoda Fabia. 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, 2005 Skoda Fabia (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Skoda Fabia | 1978 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | Skoda | Suzuki |
| Model | Fabia | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 1940 mm |
