1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1981 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1981 GMC Jimmy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 6,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 GMC Jimmy (130 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1981 GMC Jimmy (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 1981 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud has manual transmission. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1981 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
| Model | Alfasud | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 6210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |
