2005 GMC Jimmy vs. 1990 Alfa Romeo 75
To start off, 2005 GMC Jimmy is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 (189 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 GMC Jimmy. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 445 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 75.
Because 2005 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Alfa Romeo 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 GMC Jimmy (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 75. (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 75. 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 has automatic transmission and 2005 GMC Jimmy has manual transmission. 2005 GMC Jimmy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Jimmy | 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 | |
| Make | GMC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Jimmy | 75 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2520 mm |
