2001 Fiat Palio vs. 1990 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2001 Fiat Palio is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 2,469 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Palio (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1990 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1990 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 305 kg more than 2001 Fiat Palio.
Because 1990 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Fiat Palio. 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Palio. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Palio | 1990 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | Palio | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 2469 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1400 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 |
