1983 Fiat 127 vs. 1983 GMC Jimmy

To start off, both 1983 Fiat 127 and 1983 GMC Jimmy were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 GMC Jimmy (81 HP) has 32 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 127. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1983 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 565 kg more than 1983 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1983 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Fiat 127. 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 127. 1983 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1983 Fiat 127 has manual transmission. 1983 Fiat 127 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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