1969 Fiat 130 vs. 1988 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1988 GMC Jimmy is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1988 GMC Jimmy. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1988 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1988 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 GMC Jimmy (313 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 130 | 1988 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | 130 | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 4299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2560 mm |
