1983 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1980 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1983 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 3 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 546 cc (2 cylinders), 1983 Mitsubishi Minica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mitsubishi Minica (27 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mitsubishi Minica should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 120 kg more than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica.
Because 1980 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. 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, 1980 Suzuki Jimny (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1980 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mitsubishi Minica | 1980 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Suzuki |
| Model | Minica | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 546 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2040 mm |
