1955 Fiat 600 vs. 2006 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Jimny (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 460 kg more than 1955 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Fiat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2006 Suzuki Jimny (104 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 600 | 2006 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | 600 | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 100 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 40 L |
