1985 Fiat Croma vs. 1998 Volkswagen Parati
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Parati 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 2,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen Parati (90 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Croma. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Parati should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Fiat Croma weights approximately 120 kg more than 1998 Volkswagen Parati.
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, 1998 Volkswagen Parati (148 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Croma. (127 Nm). This means 1998 Volkswagen Parati will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Croma | 1998 Volkswagen Parati | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Croma | Parati |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2480 mm |
