1980 Audi Sport vs. 1989 Fiat Croma
To start off, 1989 Fiat Croma is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Sport would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Croma. (116 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Fiat Croma weights approximately 370 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Fiat Croma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 Audi Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Croma. (245 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 1989 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | Sport | Croma |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 20.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
