1986 Fiat Croma vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Fiat Croma (154 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C5. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C5 weights approximately 262 kg more than 1986 Fiat Croma.
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, 1986 Fiat Croma (235 Nm @ 2350 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C5. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Croma | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Citroen |
| Model | Croma | C5 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2350 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
