1979 Seat 131 vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 131 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Seat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Jimny (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1979 Seat 131. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Seat 131 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Jimny.
Because 2008 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Seat 131. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Seat 131 (149 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Seat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Seat 131 | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Seat | Suzuki |
| Model | 131 | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2260 mm |
