1996 Fiat Palio vs. 1989 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1996 Fiat Palio is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Palio (92 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1989 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1989 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 429 kg more than 1996 Fiat Palio.
Because 1989 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 GMC Jimmy (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Palio. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1989 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Palio | 1989 GMC Jimmy | |
Make | Fiat | GMC |
Model | Palio | Jimmy |
Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1404 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2560 mm |