1986 Fiat Croma vs. 1986 Nissan Santana
To start off, both 1986 Fiat Croma and 1986 Nissan Santana were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan Santana (93 HP) has 12 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Croma. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Santana should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Fiat Croma weights approximately 25 kg more than 1986 Nissan Santana.
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 Nissan Santana (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Croma. (127 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Fiat Croma | 1986 Nissan Santana | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Croma | Santana |
Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
Engine Size | 1583 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 93 HP |
Torque | 127 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2560 mm |