1961 Skoda 1200 vs. 1988 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1988 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 1,219 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Skoda 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Skoda 1200 (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Skoda 1200 should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Skoda 1200 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1988 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Skoda 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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 Skoda 1200 (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Skoda 1200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Skoda 1200 | 1988 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Skoda | Suzuki |
| Model | 1200 | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1219 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2040 mm |
