1985 Audi 100 vs. 1985 Fiat Croma
To start off, both 1985 Audi 100 and 1985 Fiat Croma were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 100 (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Croma. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1985 Fiat Croma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 Audi 100 (145 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Croma. (127 Nm). This means 1985 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 1985 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | 100 | Croma |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2670 mm |
