1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1979 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1979 GMC Jimmy is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 GMC Jimmy (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 1270 kg more than 1956 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Abarth 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1979 GMC Jimmy (285 Nm) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 1979 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750. 1979 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1956 Abarth 750 has manual transmission. 1956 Abarth 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 1979 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Abarth | GMC |
| Model | 750 | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2720 mm |
