1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano vs. 1980 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1980 GMC Jimmy is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 GMC Jimmy (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 782 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1980 GMC Jimmy (285 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (191 Nm). This means 1980 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano | 1980 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
| Model | Caimano | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2720 mm |
