1959 Fiat 1500 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 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,481 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fiat 1500 (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1981 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat 1500 should accelerate faster than 1981 Suzuki Jimny.
Because 1981 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 1500. 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 Fiat 1500 (109 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm). This means 1959 Fiat 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1500 | 1981 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | 1500 | Jimny |
Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1481 cc | 539 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 52 Nm |
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 Length | 4040 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2040 mm |