1983 Fiat Uno vs. 1990 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1990 GMC Jimmy is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat Uno would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 GMC Jimmy (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 1109 kg more than 1983 Fiat Uno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Fiat Uno. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 GMC Jimmy (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Uno. (80 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1990 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Uno | 1990 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | Uno | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2720 mm |
