1982 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat Ritmo would be higher. At 3,349 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am (175 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 494 kg more than 1982 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, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Fiat Ritmo | 2002 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
Model | Ritmo | Grand Am |
Year Released | 1982 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3349 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 84 mm |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1414 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 54 L |