1986 Fiat Croma vs. 2012 Audi S4

To start off, 2012 Audi S4 is newer by 26 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Croma. (154 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Croma.

Because 2012 Audi S4 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, 2012 Audi S4 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, 2012 Audi S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Croma. (235 Nm @ 2350 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Croma.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Fiat Croma 2012 Audi S4
Make Fiat Audi
Model Croma S4
Year Released 1986 2012
Body Type Hatchback Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 154 HP 333 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 235 Nm 440 Nm
Torque RPM 2350 RPM 2900 RPM
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 4704 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1829 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1427 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2809 mm


 

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