1985 Fiat Croma vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Fiat Croma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Fiat Croma would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 399 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Croma. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 361 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.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Fiat Croma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (583 Nm) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Croma. (127 Nm). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Fiat Croma | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | Croma | 911 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2490 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 443 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 583 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2280 mm |