1977 Fiat 132 vs. 1986 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1986 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 132 would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Pontiac Grand Am (90 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 132. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Fiat 132 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1986 Pontiac Grand Am.
Because 1977 Fiat 132 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 1977 Fiat 132. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Pontiac Grand Am (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 132. (148 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 132. 1986 Pontiac Grand Am has automatic transmission and 1977 Fiat 132 has manual transmission. 1977 Fiat 132 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Pontiac Grand Am will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 132 | 1986 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | 132 | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2630 mm |
