1968 Fiat 600 vs. 1984 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1984 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 767 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Fiat 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Suzuki Jimny (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Fiat 600 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1984 Suzuki Jimny.
Because 1984 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Fiat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Suzuki Jimny (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 600 | 1984 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | 600 | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |
