1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1983 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1983 GMC Jimmy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (93 HP) has 12 more horse power than 1983 GMC Jimmy. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1983 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 477 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1983 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 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 (147 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1983 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
| Model | Alfasud | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2560 mm |
