1980 Suzuki Jimny vs. 2007 Fiat Albea
To start off, 2007 Fiat Albea is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Albea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Albea (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Albea should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Albea weights approximately 461 kg more than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Fiat Albea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 2007 Fiat Albea (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Albea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Suzuki Jimny | 2007 Fiat Albea | |
| Make | Suzuki | Fiat |
| Model | Jimny | Albea |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 539 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
