1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2012 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2012 Fiat Croma is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Croma (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 210 kg more than 2012 Fiat Croma.
Because 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 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 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 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 (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2012 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Fiat |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | Croma |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2710 mm |
