1986 Fiat Croma vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 25 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (620 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 500 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Croma. (120 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 275 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 2011 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Croma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 534 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Croma. (165 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Croma | 911 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 620 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4468 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2350 mm |
