1970 Fiat 130 vs. 1984 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1984 GMC Jimmy is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1984 GMC Jimmy. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1984 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 240 kg more than 1970 Fiat 130.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 GMC Jimmy (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1984 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 130 | 1984 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | 130 | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 4298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
