1967 Fiat 125 vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 1,606 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Fiat 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Fiat 125 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Fiat 125 should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 270 kg more than 1967 Fiat 125.
Because 2008 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Fiat 125. 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 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat 125 | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | 125 | Jimny |
Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1606 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |