1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1983 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1983 GMC Jimmy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 GMC Jimmy (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 414 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 GMC Jimmy (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. 1983 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 has manual transmission. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1983 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
