1958 Abarth 750 vs. 1985 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1985 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 747 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Abarth 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Abarth 750 (60 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1985 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Abarth 750 should accelerate faster than 1985 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 156 kg more than 1958 Abarth 750.
Because 1985 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Abarth 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1958 Abarth 750 (69 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Abarth 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 750 | 1985 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Abarth | Suzuki |
| Model | 750 | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 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 | 540 kg | 696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |
