1986 Fiat Croma vs. 2004 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2004 Skoda Fabia is newer by 18 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 55 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 55 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, 2004 Skoda Fabia (241 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Croma. (235 Nm @ 2350 RPM). This means 2004 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Croma | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Croma | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2350 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| 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 | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
