2008 Fiat Sedici vs. 1986 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2008 Fiat Sedici is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Pontiac Grand Am would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Sedici (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac Grand Am. (90 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Sedici should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Sedici weights approximately 135 kg more than 1986 Pontiac Grand Am. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Fiat Sedici is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Pontiac Grand Am. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Sedici will offer significantly more control. 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, 1986 Pontiac Grand Am (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Sedici. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Sedici.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Sedici | 1986 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | Sedici | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
