1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne vs. 2012 Fiat Sedici
To start off, 2012 Fiat Sedici is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne would be higher. At 5,317 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Sedici. (119 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Sedici. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne weights approximately 360 kg more than 2012 Fiat Sedici. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Fiat Sedici is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Sedici will offer significantly more control. 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, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (441 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Sedici. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Sedici.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | 2012 Fiat Sedici | |
Make | Pontiac | Fiat |
Model | Grande Parisienne | Sedici |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5317 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.3 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 50 L |