1973 Avanti Avanti vs. 1985 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1985 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1985 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1985 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 888 kg more than 1985 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1973 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Avanti Avanti | 1985 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Avanti | Suzuki |
| Model | Avanti | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 6570 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2040 mm |
