1985 Fiat Croma vs. 1999 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 1999 Mazda Laputa is newer by 14 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, 1999 Mazda Laputa (53 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Croma. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda Laputa should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Fiat Croma weights approximately 345 kg more than 1999 Mazda Laputa.
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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm). This means 1985 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Croma | 1999 Mazda Laputa | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Croma | Laputa |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2370 mm |
