1957 Ford Popular vs. 2012 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,328 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Jimny (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1957 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Popular.
Because 2012 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Ford Popular. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Suzuki Jimny (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Popular | 2012 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Popular | Jimny |
Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2260 mm |