1977 Toyota Carina 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 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Croma (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Carina. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Carina weights approximately 55 kg more than 2012 Fiat Croma.
Because 1977 Toyota Carina 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 Toyota Carina. 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 (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Carina. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Toyota Carina | 2012 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Toyota | Fiat |
Model | Carina | Croma |
Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |