1996 Fiat Coupe vs. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 3,349 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Coupe (216 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. (175 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 104 kg more than 1996 Fiat Coupe.
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, 1996 Fiat Coupe (311 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am has automatic transmission and 1996 Fiat Coupe has manual transmission. 1996 Fiat Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Coupe | 2002 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | Coupe | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1414 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 54 L |
