1978 Simca Horizon vs. 1984 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1984 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Simca Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Simca Horizon would be higher. At 1,442 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Simca Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Simca Horizon (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Simca Horizon should accelerate faster than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Simca Horizon weights approximately 335 kg more than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Simca Horizon. 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, 1978 Simca Horizon (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Simca Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. 1978 Simca Horizon has automatic transmission and 1984 Suzuki Jimny has manual transmission. 1984 Suzuki Jimny will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Simca Horizon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Simca Horizon | 1984 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Simca | Suzuki |
| Model | Horizon | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1442 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2040 mm |
