1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 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 Alfa Romeo 1750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 GMC Jimmy (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 370 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750. 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 Alfa Romeo 1750. 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 (313 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750. (168 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 1988 GMC Jimmy
Make Alfa Romeo GMC
Model 1750 Jimmy
Year Released 1968 1988
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1779 cc 4299 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 120 HP 158 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 168 Nm 313 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1080 kg 1450 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 4330 mm
Vehicle Width 1580 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2560 mm


 

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