1976 Fiat 133 vs. 1978 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1978 GMC Jimmy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 GMC Jimmy (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1976 Fiat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Fiat 133. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1978 GMC Jimmy (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 133 | 1978 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | 133 | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2720 mm |
