1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1980 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1980 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 970 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Suzuki Jimny (48 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 220 kg more than 1956 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Abarth 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1980 Suzuki Jimny (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (55 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 1980 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Abarth | Suzuki |
| Model | 750 | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |
