1968 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1975 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1975 GMC Jimmy is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 GMC Jimmy (173 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 910 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1975 GMC Jimmy (393 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. (136 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. 1975 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior has manual transmission. 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior 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:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1975 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
| Model | Junior | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2720 mm |
