1965 Volkswagen 1600 vs. 2003 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2003 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Volkswagen 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Suzuki Jimny (76 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 51 kg more than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Volkswagen 1600 (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1965 Volkswagen 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Volkswagen 1600 | 2003 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Suzuki |
| Model | 1600 | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 76 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2260 mm |
