2004 Honda Fit vs. 1986 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2004 Honda Fit is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 1,335 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Fit (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Fit weights approximately 370 kg more than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Fit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 2004 Honda Fit (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Fit | 1986 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Fit | Jimny |
Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1335 cc | 538 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2040 mm |