1998 Fiat Brava vs. 1988 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1998 Fiat Brava is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 GMC Jimmy (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Brava. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 360 kg more than 1998 Fiat Brava. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Fiat Brava. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 GMC Jimmy (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Brava. (115 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Brava | 1988 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | Brava | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |
