1973 Fiat 128 vs. 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1973 Fiat 128 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. 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 @ 4600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 965 kg more than 1973 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix (434 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 128 | 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | 128 | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 6547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3010 mm |
