1963 Innocenti 950 vs. 1981 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1981 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Innocenti 950. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Innocenti 950 would be higher. At 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Innocenti 950 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Innocenti 950 (40 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1981 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Innocenti 950 should accelerate faster than 1981 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 1 kg more than 1963 Innocenti 950.
Because 1981 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Innocenti 950. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1963 Innocenti 950 (71 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Innocenti 950 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Innocenti 950 | 1981 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Innocenti | Suzuki |
| Model | 950 | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2040 mm |
