1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1980 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1980 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,280 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Abarth 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Abarth 1300 (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 135 kg more than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Because 1980 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Abarth 1300. 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, 1968 Abarth 1300 (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 1980 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Abarth | Suzuki |
| Model | 1300 | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2040 mm |
