1980 Suzuki Jimny vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 33 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Cooper weights approximately 540 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 2013 Mini Cooper. 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Suzuki Jimny | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Suzuki | Mini |
| Model | Jimny | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 539 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2467 mm |
