1986 Fiat Croma vs. 2001 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2001 Mazda B2500 is newer by 15 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Fiat Croma (154 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2001 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1986 Fiat Croma.
Because 2001 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Fiat Croma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mazda B2500 will offer significantly more control. 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda B2500. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Croma | 2001 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Croma | B2500 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2350 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2990 mm |
