1971 Fiat 127 vs. 1981 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1981 GMC Jimmy is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 GMC Jimmy (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 127. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1971 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Fiat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1981 GMC Jimmy (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 127. 1981 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1971 Fiat 127 has manual transmission. 1971 Fiat 127 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 127 | 1981 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | 127 | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2720 mm |
