1961 Abarth 600 vs. 1973 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1973 GMC Jimmy is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 GMC Jimmy (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 600. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 1255 kg more than 1961 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Abarth 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1973 GMC Jimmy (345 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 600. (66 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1973 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 600. 1973 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1961 Abarth 600 has manual transmission. 1961 Abarth 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 600 | 1973 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Abarth | GMC |
| Model | 600 | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2720 mm |
