Hefty Hi-G vs Shibaura S1500D
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Hefty Hi-G and the Shibaura S1500D deliver the same power: 27 HP.
- The Shibaura S1500D is the more recent model: production started in 1975, versus 1974 for the Hefty Hi-G.
- The Hefty Hi-G is heavier: 1338 kg versus 1164 kg for the Shibaura S1500D.
Full specs comparison
| Hefty Hi-G | Shibaura S1500D | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 27 HP | 27 HP |
| Production years | 1974–1978 | 1975–1977 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 2 | 4 |
| Displacement | 1.2 L | 1.5 L |
| Weight | 1 338 kg | 1 164 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD or 4WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 6 / 1 | 9 / 3 |
| Wheelbase | 193 cm | 169 cm |
| Length | 317 cm | 279 cm |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Hefty Hi-G or the Shibaura S1500D?
The Hefty Hi-G and the Shibaura S1500D deliver the same power: 27 HP.
Which is more recent, the Hefty Hi-G or the Shibaura S1500D?
The Shibaura S1500D is the more recent model: production started in 1975, versus 1974 for the Hefty Hi-G.
Which is heavier, the Hefty Hi-G or the Shibaura S1500D?
The Hefty Hi-G is heavier: 1338 kg versus 1164 kg for the Shibaura S1500D.