1986 Fiat Croma vs. 1993 Mazda 626
To start off, 1993 Mazda 626 is newer by 7 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Fiat Croma (120 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1993 Mazda 626. (110 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda 626 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1986 Fiat Croma.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Mazda 626 (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Croma. (165 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Croma | 1993 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Croma | 626 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 98 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2620 mm |
