1985 Fiat Croma vs. 2013 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2013 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 28 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Croma. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 970 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 2013 Honda Ridgeline is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Fiat Croma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Croma. (127 Nm). This means 2013 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Croma. 2013 Honda Ridgeline 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. 2013 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Croma | 2013 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Croma | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 2065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5255 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1808 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3100 mm |
