1961 Austin 7 vs. 2003 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2003 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin 7 would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Suzuki Jimny (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 416 kg more than 1961 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Suzuki Jimny (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 2003 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | 7 | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2260 mm |
