1970 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2005 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 1,328 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 150 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Because 2005 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior | 2005 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | Junior | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2260 mm |
