1985 Fiat Croma vs. 1980 Renault 4
To start off, 1985 Fiat Croma is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 4 would be higher. At 2,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Fiat Croma (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1980 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Fiat Croma weights approximately 400 kg more than 1980 Renault 4. 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 Fiat Croma (127 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 4. (62 Nm). This means 1985 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Croma | 1980 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Croma | 4 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
