1977 Fiat 127 vs. 1977 GMC Jimmy
To start off, both 1977 Fiat 127 and 1977 GMC Jimmy were released in the same year (1977). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 GMC Jimmy (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 127. (70 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1977 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Fiat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1977 GMC Jimmy (243 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 127. (83 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1977 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 127. 1977 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1977 Fiat 127 has manual transmission. 1977 Fiat 127 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Fiat 127 | 1977 GMC Jimmy | |
Make | Fiat | GMC |
Model | 127 | Jimmy |
Year Released | 1977 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1047 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 243 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2720 mm |