1981 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1988 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1988 GMC Jimmy is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat Ritmo would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 GMC Jimmy (208 HP) has 127 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1988 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 960 kg more than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 GMC Jimmy (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Ritmo | 1988 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | Ritmo | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |
