2005 Skoda Fabia vs. 1984 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2005 Skoda Fabia is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 1,420 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Skoda Fabia (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 550 kg more than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Skoda Fabia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 2005 Skoda Fabia (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Skoda Fabia | 1984 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Skoda | Suzuki |
| Model | Fabia | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1420 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2040 mm |
