1990 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1979 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 (189 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1979 GMC Jimmy. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 525 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 75.
Because 1979 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Alfa Romeo 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1979 GMC Jimmy (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 75. (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 75. 1979 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 has manual transmission. 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1979 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
| Model | 75 | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
