1960 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1981 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1981 GMC Jimmy is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 6,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 GMC Jimmy (130 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1960 Fiat Campagnola. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 655 kg more than 1960 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1981 GMC Jimmy (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat Campagnola. 1981 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1960 Fiat Campagnola has manual transmission. 1960 Fiat Campagnola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fiat Campagnola | 1981 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | Campagnola | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1899 cc | 6210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2720 mm |
