1979 Fiat 131 vs. 1979 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, both 1979 Fiat 131 and 1979 Pontiac Grand Prix were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,954 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 250 kg more than 1979 Fiat 131.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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. 1979 Pontiac Grand Prix has automatic transmission and 1979 Fiat 131 has manual transmission. 1979 Fiat 131 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Pontiac Grand Prix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat 131 | 1979 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | 131 | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 4954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2750 mm |
