1988 GMC Jimmy vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 GMC Jimmy 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 57 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 322 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500. 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 2012 Fiat 500. 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500. 2012 Fiat 500 has automatic transmission and 1988 GMC Jimmy has manual transmission. 1988 GMC Jimmy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Fiat 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 GMC Jimmy | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | GMC | Fiat |
| Model | Jimmy | 500 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4299 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1128 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3546 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1628 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2301 mm |
