1965 Avanti Avanti vs. 2005 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Avanti Avanti (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. (76 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 425 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Avanti Avanti (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. (104 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1965 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Avanti Avanti | 2005 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Avanti | Suzuki |
| Model | Avanti | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 40 L |
