1975 GMC Jimmy vs. 2008 Honda Fit
To start off, 2008 Honda Fit is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 GMC Jimmy (173 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2008 Honda Fit. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 600 kg more than 2008 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Fit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1975 GMC Jimmy (393 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Fit. (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1975 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 GMC Jimmy | 2008 Honda Fit | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Jimmy | Fit |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2460 mm |
