1986 Fiat Croma vs. 1991 Rover 400
To start off, 1991 Rover 400 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Fiat Croma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Fiat Croma would be higher. At 1,583 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Rover 400 (94 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Croma. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Fiat Croma weights approximately 75 kg more than 1991 Rover 400.
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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 400. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Croma | 1991 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Croma | 400 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1583 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 94 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2560 mm |
