1972 Ford Fairlane vs. 2010 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2010 Fiat Croma is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Fairlane (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Croma. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 510 kg more than 2010 Fiat Croma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Ford Fairlane 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 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Ford Fairlane (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Fairlane | 2010 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Ford | Fiat |
Model | Fairlane | Croma |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |