1972 GMC Jimmy vs. 2011 Honda Fit
To start off, 2011 Honda Fit is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1972 GMC Jimmy. (115 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1972 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 698 kg more than 2011 Honda Fit.
Because 1972 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda Fit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1972 GMC Jimmy (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 GMC Jimmy | 2011 Honda Fit | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Jimmy | Fit |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2499 mm |
