1961 Alpine A 108 vs. 1984 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1984 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alpine A 108. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alpine A 108 would be higher. At 843 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Alpine A 108 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Alpine A 108 (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Alpine A 108 should accelerate faster than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 95 kg more than 1961 Alpine A 108.
Because 1984 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Alpine A 108. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1961 Alpine A 108 (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Alpine A 108 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Alpine A 108 | 1984 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Alpine | Suzuki |
Model | A 108 | Jimny |
Year Released | 1961 | 1984 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 539 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 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 | 595 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2040 mm |