1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 1975 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1975 GMC Jimmy is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 GMC Jimmy (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 895 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1975 GMC Jimmy (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200. 1975 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat 1200 has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat 1200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1200 | 1975 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | 1200 | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2720 mm |
