2007 Fiat Palio II vs. 1985 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2007 Fiat Palio II is newer by 22 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, 2007 Fiat Palio II (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. (90 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Palio II should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 60 kg more than 2007 Fiat Palio II.
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, 1985 Pontiac Grand Am (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Palio II. 1985 Pontiac Grand Am has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Palio II has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Palio II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Pontiac Grand Am will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Palio II | 1985 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | Palio II | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2630 mm |
