1958 Abarth 500 vs. 1984 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1984 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 539 cc (3 cylinders), 1984 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Suzuki Jimny (26 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 245 kg more than 1958 Abarth 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Abarth 500. 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, 1984 Suzuki Jimny (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 500 | 1984 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Abarth | Suzuki |
| Model | 500 | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 26 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 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 | 445 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
