1969 Lancia Fulvia vs. 1985 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1985 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lancia Fulvia (112 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. (90 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 170 kg more than 1969 Lancia Fulvia.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 Pontiac Grand Am (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lancia Fulvia. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lancia Fulvia | 1985 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Lancia | Pontiac |
| Model | Fulvia | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2630 mm |
