1965 Fiat Coupe vs. 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix

To start off, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 3,352 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1965 Fiat Coupe. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 379 kg more than 1965 Fiat Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix (291 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat Coupe. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat Coupe.

Compare all specifications:

1965 Fiat Coupe 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix
Make Fiat Pontiac
Model Coupe Grand Prix
Year Released 1965 1990
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2277 cc 3352 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 148 HP 208 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 291 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 78 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.5 mm 84 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 9.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1230 kg 1609 kg
Vehicle Length 4630 mm 4930 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2790 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 38 L 76 L


 

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