1965 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 1980 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1980 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Abarth Mono 1000 would be higher. At 982 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Abarth Mono 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Abarth Mono 1000 (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Abarth Mono 1000 should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 245 kg more than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000.
Because 1980 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1965 Abarth Mono 1000 (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Abarth Mono 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth Mono 1000 | 1980 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Abarth | Suzuki |
| Model | Mono 1000 | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |
