1986 Fiat Croma vs. 1992 Nissan Pintara
To start off, 1992 Nissan Pintara is newer by 6 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Fiat Croma (154 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Pintara. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Pintara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Fiat Croma weights approximately 20 kg more than 1992 Nissan Pintara. 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 (235 Nm @ 2350 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Pintara. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Pintara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Croma | 1992 Nissan Pintara | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Croma | Pintara |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2350 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |
