1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 1991 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1991 GMC Jimmy is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 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 102 more horse power than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. (106 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 543 kg more than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. 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 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. 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 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. 1991 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 has manual transmission. 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 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:
| 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 | 1991 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
| Model | 2000 | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 5001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1337 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
