1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1979 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1979 GMC Jimmy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 4,091 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 GMC Jimmy (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (61 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 940 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1979 GMC Jimmy (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 1979 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud has manual transmission. 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1979 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
| Model | Alfasud | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 4091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |
