2006 Fiat Panda vs. 1975 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 GMC Jimmy (133 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 101 kg more than 2006 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1975 GMC Jimmy (319 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda. 1975 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 1975 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | Panda | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2720 mm |
