1988 GMC Jimmy vs. 1979 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1988 GMC Jimmy is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 GMC Jimmy (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 840 kg more than 1979 Lancia Beta. 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 1979 Lancia Beta. 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 (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Beta. (171 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Beta. 1988 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1979 Lancia Beta has manual transmission. 1979 Lancia Beta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 GMC Jimmy | 1979 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | GMC | Lancia |
| Model | Jimmy | Beta |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2360 mm |
