1998 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1982 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 2,238 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1982 GMC Jimmy. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1982 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 360 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 GMC Jimmy (130 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1982 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1982 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
| Model | 145 | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |
