1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 2006 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 1000 (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 355 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Because 2006 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Suzuki Jimny (104 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1000 | 2006 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Abarth | Suzuki |
| Model | 1000 | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
