1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2012 Fiat Croma

To start off, 2012 Fiat Croma is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 AMC Ambassador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 AMC Ambassador would be higher. At 4,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Ambassador (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Croma. (146 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 842 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 1972 AMC Ambassador 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 1972 AMC Ambassador. 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, 1972 AMC Ambassador (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Croma.

Compare all specifications:

1972 AMC Ambassador 2012 Fiat Croma
Make AMC Fiat
Model Ambassador Croma
Year Released 1972 2012
Body Type Station Wagon Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4981 cc 2198 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 150 HP 146 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 332 Nm 203 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 95.2 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 87.3 mm 94.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.4:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1782 kg 940 kg
Vehicle Length 5330 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1970 mm 1600 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 3110 mm 2710 mm


 

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