1990 GMC Jimmy vs. 1960 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1990 GMC Jimmy is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 2,469 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 GMC Jimmy (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Appia. (55 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 595 kg more than 1960 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Lancia Appia. 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Appia. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 GMC Jimmy | 1960 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | GMC | Lancia |
| Model | Jimmy | Appia |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2469 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2520 mm |
