1986 Fiat Croma vs. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter 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 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Croma. (94 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Fiat Croma weights approximately 123 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (250 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Croma. (84 Nm). This means 2006 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Croma | 2006 Volkswagen Transporter | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Croma | Transporter |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 19.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3410 mm |
