1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1988 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1988 GMC Jimmy is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 GMC Jimmy (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1968 Abarth 1300. (124 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1968 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 1250 kg more than 1968 Abarth 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Abarth 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 GMC Jimmy (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (131 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 1988 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Abarth | GMC |
| Model | 1300 | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1880 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 |
