1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1982 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1982 GMC Jimmy is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,835 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1982 GMC Jimmy. (108 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1982 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 45 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Because 1982 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. 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 (197 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. 1982 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 has manual transmission. 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 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:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1982 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
| Model | 2600 | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2560 mm |
