1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1982 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 17 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, 1999 Fiat Palio (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1982 GMC Jimmy. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio 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 1999 Fiat Palio.
Because 1982 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 GMC Jimmy (130 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio. 1982 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1999 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 1999 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 1982 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | Palio | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2560 mm |
