1970 Lancia Fulvia vs. 1988 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1988 GMC Jimmy is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 GMC Jimmy (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1970 Lancia Fulvia. (112 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1970 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 490 kg more than 1970 Lancia Fulvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Lancia Fulvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 GMC Jimmy (313 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Lancia Fulvia. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Lancia Fulvia. 1988 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1970 Lancia Fulvia has manual transmission. 1970 Lancia Fulvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Lancia Fulvia | 1988 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Lancia | GMC |
| Model | Fulvia | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 4299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2560 mm |
