1986 Fiat Croma vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 is newer by 27 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 3 (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Croma. (154 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 3 weights approximately 123 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.
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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 3. (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Croma | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Croma | 3 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2350 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1303 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |
