1977 Ford Fiesta vs. 1980 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1980 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Fiesta (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 70 kg more than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1977 Ford Fiesta (94 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Fiesta | 1980 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Fiesta | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2040 mm |
