1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 1988 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1988 GMC Jimmy is newer by 27 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 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 GMC Jimmy (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 440 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 1988 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, 1988 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, 1988 GMC Jimmy (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1300 | 1988 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | 1300 | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2560 mm |
