1964 Seat 600 vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Seat 600 would be higher. At 1,328 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Jimny (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1964 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1964 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 545 kg more than 1964 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Seat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Suzuki Jimny (110 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Seat 600 | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Seat | Suzuki |
| Model | 600 | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 47 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2260 mm |
