2007 Fiat Panda vs. 1979 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,091 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 GMC Jimmy (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 835 kg more than 2007 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, 1979 GMC Jimmy (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda. 1979 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Panda | 1979 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | Panda | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 4091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1800 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 |
