1960 Abarth 750 vs. 1986 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1986 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 747 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Abarth 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 750 (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 750 should accelerate faster than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 100 kg more than 1960 Abarth 750.
Because 1986 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Abarth 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1960 Abarth 750 (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Abarth 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 750 | 1986 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Abarth | Suzuki |
| Model | 750 | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 538 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 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 | 590 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |
