1970 Daihatsu Fellow vs. 1984 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1984 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Daihatsu Fellow would be higher. At 539 cc (3 cylinders), 1984 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Daihatsu Fellow (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Daihatsu Fellow should accelerate faster than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 195 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow.
Because 1984 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (38 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1984 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Daihatsu Fellow | 1984 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | Fellow | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2040 mm |
