1952 Fiat 1900 vs. 1982 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1982 GMC Jimmy is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 2,238 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 GMC Jimmy (62 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1952 Fiat 1900. (52 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1952 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 325 kg more than 1952 Fiat 1900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Fiat 1900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 GMC Jimmy 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, 1952 Fiat 1900 (131 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 GMC Jimmy. (130 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1952 Fiat 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Fiat 1900 | 1982 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | 1900 | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 2238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2560 mm |
