2009 Fiat Croma vs. 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2009 Fiat Croma is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 7,460 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Croma. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 865 kg more than 2009 Fiat Croma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Croma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix (515 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Croma | 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | Croma | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 7460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 59 L |
