1986 Audi 80 vs. 1986 Fiat Croma
To start off, both 1986 Audi 80 and 1986 Fiat Croma were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Fiat Croma (154 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1986 Audi 80. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Fiat Croma weights approximately 40 kg more than 1986 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Audi 80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Fiat Croma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Audi 80 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, 1986 Fiat Croma (235 Nm @ 2350 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 80. (173 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 80 | 1986 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | 80 | Croma |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2350 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
