1966 Fiat Coupe vs. 1988 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1966 Fiat Coupe. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 5 kg more than 1966 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, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat Coupe. (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Fiat Coupe | 1988 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
Model | Coupe | Grand Am |
Year Released | 1966 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 69 L |