1986 Fiat Croma vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is newer by 10 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. Both 1986 Fiat Croma and 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Fiat Croma (154 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon weights approximately 115 kg more than 1986 Fiat Croma.
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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Croma | 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Croma | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2350 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
