1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1985 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1985 GMC Jimmy is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 GMC Jimmy (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 524 kg more than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 GMC Jimmy (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1985 GMC Jimmy | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
Model | Giulietta | Jimmy |
Year Released | 1954 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2560 mm |