1983 Toyota Soarer vs. 2011 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2011 Fiat Croma is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Croma (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Soarer. (116 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 240 kg more than 2011 Fiat Croma.
Because 1983 Toyota Soarer 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 1983 Toyota Soarer. 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, 2011 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Soarer. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Soarer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Soarer | 2011 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Toyota | Fiat |
| Model | Soarer | Croma |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |
