1990 Fiat Uno vs. 1979 GMC Jimmy

To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno 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, 1979 GMC Jimmy (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (71 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 910 kg more than 1990 Fiat Uno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1979 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Fiat Uno. 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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (131 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno. 1979 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1990 Fiat Uno has manual transmission. 1990 Fiat Uno 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 Fiat Uno 1979 GMC Jimmy
Make Fiat GMC
Model Uno Jimmy
Year Released 1990 1979
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1367 cc 4093 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 71 HP 130 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 131 Nm 285 Nm
Torque RPM 2250 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 920 kg 1830 kg
Vehicle Length 3690 mm 4690 mm
Vehicle Width 1570 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1840 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2720 mm


 

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