1986 Fiat Croma vs. 2012 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2012 Seat Exeo 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Fiat Croma (120 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2012 Seat Exeo. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2012 Seat Exeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Seat Exeo weights approximately 280 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, 2012 Seat Exeo (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Croma. (165 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Croma | 2012 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Croma | Exeo |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2642 mm |
