1963 Fiat 1300 vs. 2000 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Fiat 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Suzuki Jimny (76 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 65 kg more than 1963 Fiat 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Fiat 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Suzuki Jimny (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat 1300 | 2000 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | 1300 | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2260 mm |
