1988 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 2010 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2010 Fiat Bravo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac Grand Am would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Bravo. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 115 kg more than 1988 Pontiac Grand Am.
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, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Bravo. (206 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Pontiac Grand Am | 2010 Fiat Bravo | |
Make | Pontiac | Fiat |
Model | Grand Am | Bravo |
Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1367 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 58 L |