1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1984 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1984 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 28 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 747 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Abarth 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Abarth 750 (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Abarth 750 should accelerate faster than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 106 kg more than 1956 Abarth 750.
Because 1984 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, 1984 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, 1956 Abarth 750 (54 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm). This means 1956 Abarth 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 1984 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Abarth | Suzuki |
| Model | 750 | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |
