1974 GMC Jimmy vs. 1966 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1974 GMC Jimmy is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 GMC Jimmy (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1966 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1966 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 610 kg more than 1966 Lancia Flavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Lancia Flavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1974 GMC Jimmy (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lancia Flavia. 1974 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1966 Lancia Flavia has manual transmission. 1966 Lancia Flavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 GMC Jimmy | 1966 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | GMC | Lancia |
| Model | Jimmy | Flavia |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |
