1973 Bitter CD vs. 2012 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2012 Fiat Croma is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Bitter CD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Bitter CD would be higher. At 5,353 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bitter CD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Bitter CD (226 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Croma. (197 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bitter CD should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Croma weights approximately 1 kg more than 1973 Bitter CD.
Because 1973 Bitter CD 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 1973 Bitter CD. 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, 1973 Bitter CD (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Croma. (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Bitter CD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Bitter CD | 2012 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Bitter | Fiat |
Model | CD | Croma |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5353 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 90.4 mm |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |