1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1988 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1988 GMC Jimmy is newer by 32 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 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 GMC Jimmy (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 865 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 1988 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, 1988 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, 1988 GMC Jimmy (313 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (55 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 1988 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Abarth | GMC |
| Model | 750 | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 4299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2560 mm |
