1957 Abarth 500 vs. 1982 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1982 GMC Jimmy is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 GMC Jimmy (81 HP) has 58 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (23 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1982 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 927 kg more than 1957 Abarth 500. 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 1957 Abarth 500. 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, 1982 GMC Jimmy (146 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (33 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1982 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 500 | 1982 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Abarth | GMC |
| Model | 500 | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 33 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1260 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2560 mm |
