1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1985 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1985 GMC Jimmy is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1985 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1985 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 380 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1985 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 GMC Jimmy (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (136 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1985 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1985 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
| Model | Giulia | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2560 mm |
