1986 Fiat Croma vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 23 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 3,823 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Croma. (120 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 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.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Croma. (165 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Croma | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Croma | 911 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2360 mm |
