1986 Fiat Croma vs. 2006 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2006 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 20 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 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Croma. (94 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 1571 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.
Because 2006 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Fiat Croma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred 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, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Croma. (84 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Croma. 2006 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 1986 Fiat Croma has manual transmission. 1986 Fiat Croma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Croma | 2006 Ford Five Hundred | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Croma | Five Hundred |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 3001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2870 mm |
