1974 Ford Granada vs. 2011 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2011 Fiat Croma is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Granada would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Croma (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (141 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 675 kg more than 2011 Fiat Croma.
Because 1974 Ford Granada 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 1974 Ford Granada. 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, 1974 Ford Granada (347 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 2011 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Granada | Croma |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
