1978 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1987 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1987 GMC Jimmy is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 GMC Jimmy (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 210 kg more than 1987 GMC Jimmy.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1987 GMC Jimmy (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Campagnola. (152 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat Campagnola | 1987 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | Campagnola | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2560 mm |
