1962 Fiat Berline vs. 1986 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1986 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Pontiac Bonneville (149 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1962 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 230 kg more than 1962 Fiat Berline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Fiat Berline is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Fiat Berline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Pontiac Bonneville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm). This means 1986 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat Berline | 1986 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | Berline | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 68 L |
