1985 GMC Jimmy vs. 1978 Fiat 131
To start off, 1985 GMC Jimmy is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 GMC Jimmy (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 131. (59 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 660 kg more than 1978 Fiat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Fiat 131. 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 (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 131. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 GMC Jimmy | 1978 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | GMC | Fiat |
| Model | Jimmy | 131 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2500 mm |
