1961 Fiat 1300 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 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 GMC Jimmy (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 870 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Fiat 1300. 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, 1982 GMC Jimmy (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300. 1982 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1961 Fiat 1300 has manual transmission. 1961 Fiat 1300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1300 | 1982 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | 1300 | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2720 mm |
