1985 Fiat Croma vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1985 Fiat Croma is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Corolla (84 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Croma. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Fiat Croma weights approximately 165 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1974 Toyota Corolla 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 1974 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1974 Toyota Corolla (135 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Croma. (127 Nm). This means 1974 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Croma. 1974 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1985 Fiat Croma has manual transmission. 1985 Fiat Croma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Croma | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Croma | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2380 mm |
