2009 Fiat Idea vs. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2009 Fiat Idea is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Pontiac Grand Am would be higher. At 2,469 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Idea. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Idea weights approximately 20 kg more than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am.
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, 2009 Fiat Idea (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Idea | 1984 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
Model | Idea | Grand Am |
Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1246 cc | 2469 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |