1978 Lancia Megagamma vs. 1991 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1991 GMC Jimmy is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lancia Megagamma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lancia Megagamma would be higher. At 4,297 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 GMC Jimmy (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1978 Lancia Megagamma. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1978 Lancia Megagamma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 410 kg more than 1978 Lancia Megagamma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Lancia Megagamma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 GMC Jimmy (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Megagamma. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Megagamma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Lancia Megagamma | 1991 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Lancia | GMC |
| Model | Megagamma | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2484 cc | 4297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2560 mm |
