1986 Fiat Croma vs. 1959 Jaguar MK IX
To start off, 1986 Fiat Croma is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK IX (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Croma. (154 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 577 kg more than 1986 Fiat Croma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Jaguar MK IX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Jaguar MK IX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Croma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 Jaguar MK IX (326 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Croma. (235 Nm @ 2350 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Croma | 1959 Jaguar MK IX | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | Croma | MK IX |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2350 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3050 mm |
