1985 Fiat Croma vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 26 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Croma. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 596 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 2011 Dodge Ram 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, 2011 Dodge Ram 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, 2011 Dodge Ram (552 Nm) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Croma. (127 Nm). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Croma. 2011 Dodge Ram 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. 2011 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Croma | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Fiat | Dodge |
| Model | Croma | Ram |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 552 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3560 mm |
