1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1990 GMC Jimmy

To start off, both 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 and 1990 GMC Jimmy were released in the same year (1990). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,469 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1990 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1990 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 430 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.

Because 1990 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. 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 (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (136 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1990 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Alfa Romeo 33 1990 GMC Jimmy
Make Alfa Romeo GMC
Model 33 Jimmy
Year Released 1990 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1490 cc 2469 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 104 HP 91 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 136 Nm 182 Nm
Torque RPM 4900 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Vehicle Weight 970 kg 1400 kg
Vehicle Length 4080 mm 4330 mm
Vehicle Width 1620 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 2560 mm


 

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