1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 2008 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2008 Fiat Croma is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro would be higher. At 2,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Croma (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Croma weights approximately 390 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 2008 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Comodoro | Croma |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2470 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
