1962 Fiat Berline 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 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 GMC Jimmy (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1962 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 560 kg more than 1962 Fiat Berline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Fiat Berline. 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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat Berline | 1980 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | Berline | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
