1981 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1990 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat Ritmo would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am (163 HP) has 82 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 315 kg more than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Ritmo | 1990 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | Ritmo | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 69 L |
