1981 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1982 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1982 GMC Jimmy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 GMC Jimmy (81 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1982 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 215 kg more than 1982 GMC Jimmy.
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, 1981 Fiat Campagnola (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 GMC Jimmy. (146 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Campagnola | 1982 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | Campagnola | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2560 mm |
