1979 Fiat Mirafiori vs. 2003 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2003 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 24 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Suzuki Jimny (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Mirafiori. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Mirafiori. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 26 kg more than 1979 Fiat Mirafiori. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 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, 2003 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, 2003 Suzuki Jimny (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat Mirafiori. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Mirafiori.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat Mirafiori | 2003 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Mirafiori | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| 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 | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2260 mm |
