1980 Fiat Panda vs. 1985 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1985 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Pontiac Grand Am (90 HP) has 57 more horse power than 1980 Fiat Panda. (33 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 415 kg more than 1980 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat Panda. (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Fiat Panda | 1985 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | Panda | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 770 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 90 HP |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2630 mm |
