1960 Abarth 700 vs. 1991 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1991 GMC Jimmy is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 4,297 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 GMC Jimmy (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 880 kg more than 1960 Abarth 700. 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 1960 Abarth 700. 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 (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 700. (70 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1991 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth 700 | 1991 GMC Jimmy | |
Make | Abarth | GMC |
Model | 700 | Jimmy |
Year Released | 1960 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 4297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2560 mm |