1953 Nissan Sports vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Jimny (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1953 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1953 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 288 kg more than 1953 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Suzuki Jimny (104 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Nissan Sports | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Sports | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 860 cc | 1298 cc |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2260 mm |
