1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1986 GMC Jimmy

To start off, both 1986 Fiat Ritmo and 1986 GMC Jimmy were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,469 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 GMC Jimmy (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 480 kg more than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 1986 GMC Jimmy (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Fiat Ritmo 1986 GMC Jimmy
Make Fiat GMC
Model Ritmo Jimmy
Year Released 1986 1986
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1498 cc 2469 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 83 HP 91 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 127 Nm 182 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 920 kg 1400 kg
Vehicle Length 4040 mm 4330 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2560 mm


 

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