1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint vs. 1985 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1985 GMC Jimmy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1985 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint should accelerate faster than 1985 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 485 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint.
Because 1985 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 GMC Jimmy (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint | 1985 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
| Model | Sprint | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2560 mm |
