1980 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1980 GMC Jimmy
To start off, both 1980 Fiat Campagnola and 1980 GMC Jimmy were released in the same year (1980). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 GMC Jimmy (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1980 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 220 kg more than 1980 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1980 GMC Jimmy (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat Campagnola. (148 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat Campagnola. 1980 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1980 Fiat Campagnola has manual transmission. 1980 Fiat Campagnola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Fiat Campagnola | 1980 GMC Jimmy | |
Make | Fiat | GMC |
Model | Campagnola | Jimmy |
Year Released | 1980 | 1980 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2720 mm |