2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1986 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 2,469 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 GMC Jimmy (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 540 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 GMC Jimmy (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1986 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | Punto | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 2469 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |
