1988 Lancia Hit vs. 1999 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 1999 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lancia Hit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lancia Hit would be higher. At 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Hit (185 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1999 Pontiac Sunfire. (115 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Hit should accelerate faster than 1999 Pontiac Sunfire.
Because 1988 Lancia Hit is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Pontiac Sunfire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Hit will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Lancia Hit (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Pontiac Sunfire. (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Hit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Pontiac Sunfire.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lancia Hit | 1999 Pontiac Sunfire | |
Make | Lancia | Pontiac |
Model | Hit | Sunfire |
Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2650 mm |