1979 Fiat Mirafiori vs. 1987 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1987 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat Mirafiori. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat Mirafiori would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Fiat Mirafiori is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Fiat Mirafiori (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1987 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Fiat Mirafiori should accelerate faster than 1987 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat Mirafiori weights approximately 310 kg more than 1987 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Fiat Mirafiori. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1979 Fiat Mirafiori (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Fiat Mirafiori will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Fiat Mirafiori | 1987 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | Mirafiori | Jimny |
Year Released | 1979 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 539 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2040 mm |