1970 Innocenti C vs. 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, both 1970 Innocenti C and 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix were released in the same year (1970). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix (185 HP) has 128 more horse power than 1970 Innocenti C. (57 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1970 Innocenti C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1970 Innocenti C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Innocenti C, 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, 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix (434 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Innocenti C. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Innocenti C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Innocenti C | 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Innocenti | Pontiac |
| Model | C | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 6547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 185 HP |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 3010 mm |
