1972 Ford Torino vs. 2011 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2011 Fiat Croma is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Torino would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Torino (162 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Croma. (146 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Torino should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 767 kg more than 2011 Fiat Croma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Ford Torino 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 Torino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Torino (374 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 2011 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Torino | Croma |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 62 L |
