1986 Fiat Croma vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 21 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Croma. (154 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Croma.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (307 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Croma. (235 Nm @ 2350 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Croma | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Croma | Forester |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2350 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
