2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1985 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Pontiac Grand Am would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Pontiac Grand Am (90 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (83 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 90 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, 2003 Fiat Punto (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Punto | 1985 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
Model | Punto | Grand Am |
Year Released | 2003 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1901 cc | 2471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |