1963 Fiat 500 vs. 2009 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,328 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Jimny (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 500.
Because 2009 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Suzuki Jimny (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat 500 | 2009 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | 500 | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 40 L |
