1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 2012 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2012 Fiat Croma is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden Kingswood would be higher. At 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Croma (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Croma weights approximately 345 kg more than 1977 Holden Kingswood. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Holden Kingswood 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 1977 Holden Kingswood. 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, 2012 Fiat Croma (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Kingswood. 2012 Fiat Croma has automatic transmission and 1977 Holden Kingswood has manual transmission. 1977 Holden Kingswood will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Fiat Croma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Holden Kingswood | 2012 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Holden | Fiat |
Model | Kingswood | Croma |
Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4141 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |