1995 Fiat Coupe vs. 1982 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 1995 Fiat Coupe is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Pontiac 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Pontiac 1000 would be higher. At 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Coupe (195 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1982 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1982 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 320 kg more than 1982 Pontiac 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Pontiac 1000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Pontiac 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Fiat Coupe (295 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Pontiac 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Coupe | 1982 Pontiac 1000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | Coupe | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2400 mm |
