1966 Fiat Dino 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 Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,417 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac Grand Am. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat Dino weights approximately 165 kg more than 1988 Pontiac Grand Am. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Fiat Dino 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 1966 Fiat Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am, 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, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Fiat Dino | 1988 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
Model | Dino | Grand Am |
Year Released | 1966 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2417 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2630 mm |