2000 Fiat Coupe vs. 1985 Ford Granada
To start off, 2000 Fiat Coupe is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Granada would be higher. At 1,746 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Coupe (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1985 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Granada weights approximately 55 kg more than 2000 Fiat Coupe.
Because 1985 Ford Granada 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 1985 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Fiat Coupe (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Granada. (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Fiat Coupe | 1985 Ford Granada | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Coupe | Granada |
Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1746 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 77.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2780 mm |