1975 Lancia Beta vs. 2001 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Beta (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Jimny. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 5 kg more than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Because 2001 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1975 Lancia Beta (165 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Lancia Beta | 2001 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
Model | Beta | Jimny |
Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2260 mm |