1948 Austin A 70 vs. 2009 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2009 Fiat Croma is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 70 would be higher. Both 1948 Austin A 70 and 2009 Fiat Croma are equipped with a 2,198 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Croma (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 70 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2009 Fiat Croma.
Because 1948 Austin A 70 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 1948 Austin A 70. 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. 2009 Fiat Croma has automatic transmission and 1948 Austin A 70 has manual transmission. 1948 Austin A 70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Fiat Croma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 70 | 2009 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 70 | Croma |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 134 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |
