1980 Morgan 4 vs. 1981 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1981 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Morgan 4 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1981 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1981 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 36 kg more than 1980 Morgan 4.
Because 1981 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Morgan 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1980 Morgan 4 (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Morgan 4 | 1981 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Morgan | Suzuki |
| Model | 4 | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2040 mm |
