1957 Fiat 1100 vs. 1991 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1991 GMC Jimmy is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 GMC Jimmy (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Fiat 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 GMC Jimmy (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1991 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1100. 1991 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1957 Fiat 1100 has manual transmission. 1957 Fiat 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 1100 | 1991 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | 1100 | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 5001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2720 mm |
