1971 Fiat 130 vs. 2000 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat 130 (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Jimny. (76 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 130 weights approximately 517 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Fiat 130. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1971 Fiat 130 (249 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Fiat 130 | 2000 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | 130 | Jimny |
Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3235 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2260 mm |