1969 Seat 600 vs. 1982 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1982 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Seat 600 would be higher. At 767 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Seat 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Suzuki Jimny (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1969 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 115 kg more than 1969 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Seat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Suzuki Jimny (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Seat 600 | 1982 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Seat | Suzuki |
| Model | 600 | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 538 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 47 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |
