1996 Fiat 126 vs. 1980 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1996 Fiat 126 is newer by 16 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 704 cc (2 cylinders), 1996 Fiat 126 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Suzuki Jimny (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1996 Fiat 126. (25 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 45 kg more than 1996 Fiat 126. 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 1996 Fiat 126. 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat 126 | 1980 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | 126 | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 704 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 25 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
