1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1988 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1988 GMC Jimmy is newer by 9 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 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 GMC Jimmy (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (77 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 510 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 1988 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, 1988 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, 1988 GMC Jimmy (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1988 GMC Jimmy | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
Model | Alfasud | Jimmy |
Year Released | 1979 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1350 cc | 2471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 77 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2560 mm |