1982 Suzuki Jimny vs. 2005 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Alto is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 657 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Alto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Alto (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1982 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Alto should accelerate faster than 1982 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 50 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Alto.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Suzuki Alto (56 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Alto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Suzuki Jimny | 2005 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
| Model | Jimny | Alto |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 538 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2340 mm |
