1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe vs. 1989 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1989 GMC Jimmy is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1989 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe should accelerate faster than 1989 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 684 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe.
Because 1989 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe (190 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 GMC Jimmy. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe | 1989 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
| Model | Coupe | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2560 mm |
