1961 Abarth 1600 vs. 1982 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1982 GMC Jimmy is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 2,238 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 1600 (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1982 GMC Jimmy. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 1982 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 540 kg more than 1961 Abarth 1600.
Because 1982 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Abarth 1600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1961 Abarth 1600 (138 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 GMC Jimmy. (130 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1961 Abarth 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1600 | 1982 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Abarth | GMC |
| Model | 1600 | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2560 mm |
