1966 Fiat 500 vs. 1976 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1976 GMC Jimmy is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 GMC Jimmy (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 1260 kg more than 1966 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1976 GMC Jimmy (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 500. 1976 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1966 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1966 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat 500 | 1976 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | 500 | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2720 mm |
