1957 Abarth 600 vs. 1986 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1986 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 747 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Abarth 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Abarth 600 (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Abarth 600 should accelerate faster than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 105 kg more than 1957 Abarth 600.
Because 1986 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Abarth 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1957 Abarth 600 (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Abarth 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 600 | 1986 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Abarth | Suzuki |
| Model | 600 | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 538 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 |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 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 | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |
