1959 Abarth Bialbero vs. 1981 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1981 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth Bialbero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth Bialbero would be higher. At 694 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Abarth Bialbero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth Bialbero (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1981 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth Bialbero should accelerate faster than 1981 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 126 kg more than 1959 Abarth Bialbero.
Because 1981 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1959 Abarth Bialbero (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Abarth Bialbero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth Bialbero | 1981 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Abarth | Suzuki |
Model | Bialbero | Jimny |
Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 694 cc | 539 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 570 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 |