1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1975 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1975 GMC Jimmy is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 GMC Jimmy (133 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1967 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1967 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 1254 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 GMC Jimmy (319 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1975 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300. 1975 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1967 Abarth 1300 has manual transmission. 1967 Abarth 1300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1975 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Abarth | GMC |
| Model | 1300 | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 5002 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2720 mm |
