1968 Austin 3-Litre vs. 2012 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2012 Fiat Croma is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Austin 3-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Austin 3-Litre would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Austin 3-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Austin 3-Litre (124 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Croma. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Austin 3-Litre should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Croma weights approximately 105 kg more than 1968 Austin 3-Litre.
Because 1968 Austin 3-Litre 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 1968 Austin 3-Litre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Fiat Croma (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Austin 3-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Austin 3-Litre | 2012 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | 3-Litre | Croma |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |