1983 Fiat 131 vs. 1988 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1988 GMC Jimmy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 GMC Jimmy (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 131. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 400 kg more than 1983 Fiat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Fiat 131. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 GMC Jimmy (313 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 131. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat 131 | 1988 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | 131 | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 4299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2560 mm |
