2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Pontiac Grand Am would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am (123 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (58 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 335 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am (204 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am has automatic transmission and 2003 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 2003 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1984 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | Punto | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |
