1969 Buick GS vs. 2012 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2012 Fiat Croma is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Buick GS would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Buick GS (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Croma. (197 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Buick GS weights approximately 75 kg more than 2012 Fiat Croma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Buick GS 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 Buick GS. 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, 1969 Buick GS (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Croma. (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Croma. 2012 Fiat Croma has automatic transmission and 1969 Buick GS has manual transmission. 1969 Buick GS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Fiat Croma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Buick GS | 2012 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | GS | Croma |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |
