1959 Austin A 35 vs. 1982 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1982 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin A 35 (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1982 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 35 should accelerate faster than 1982 Suzuki Jimny.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Austin A 35 (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 35 | 1982 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | A 35 | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 538 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2040 mm |
