1981 Ford Granada vs. 2010 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2010 Fiat Croma is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Croma (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Croma weights approximately 230 kg more than 1981 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1981 Ford Granada (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Croma. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Granada | 2010 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Granada | Croma |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |
