1986 Fiat Croma vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 17 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, 2003 Toyota Avensis (157 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Croma. (154 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 230 kg more than 1986 Fiat Croma. 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (204 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Croma | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Croma | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2350 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
