1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1980 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1980 GMC Jimmy is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1980 GMC Jimmy. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1980 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 460 kg more than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Because 1980 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1980 GMC Jimmy (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. 1980 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 has manual transmission. 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1980 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
| Model | 2600 | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2583 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
