1996 Fiat Armadillo vs. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1996 Fiat Armadillo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Armadillo. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Armadillo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 496 kg more than 1996 Fiat Armadillo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari (320 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Armadillo. (200 Nm). This means 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Armadillo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Armadillo | 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | Armadillo | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4942 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1870 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2950 mm |
