1986 Citroen C vs. 1986 Fiat Croma
To start off, both 1986 Citroen C 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 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Fiat Croma (81 HP) has 22 more horse power than 1986 Citroen C. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Fiat Croma weights approximately 150 kg more than 1986 Citroen C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1986 Fiat Croma (127 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen C. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen C | 1986 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C | Croma |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |
