1959 Abarth 750 vs. 1984 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1984 GMC Jimmy is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 GMC Jimmy (81 HP) has 38 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 750. (43 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1984 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 860 kg more than 1959 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 GMC Jimmy (146 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 750. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 750 | 1984 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Abarth | GMC |
| Model | 750 | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2560 mm |
