1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1989 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1989 GMC Jimmy is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 GMC Jimmy (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 870 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 GMC Jimmy (407 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 1989 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 1989 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia has manual transmission. 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1989 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
| Model | Giulia | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |
