1965 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 1979 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1979 GMC Jimmy is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Abarth Mono 1000 would be higher. At 4,091 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 GMC Jimmy (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1979 GMC Jimmy (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Abarth Mono 1000 | 1979 GMC Jimmy | |
Make | Abarth | GMC |
Model | Mono 1000 | Jimmy |
Year Released | 1965 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 982 cc | 4091 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 242 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2720 mm |