1961 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. (76 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 365 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. (104 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1961 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Corvette | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4637 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 40 L |
