2007 Fiat Strada vs. 1990 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac Grand Am would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 155 kg more than 2007 Fiat Strada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada. 1990 Pontiac Grand Am has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Strada has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Strada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Pontiac Grand Am will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Strada | 1990 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
Model | Strada | Grand Am |
Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1366 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 69 L |