1987 Avanti Avanti vs. 2009 Fiat Croma

To start off, 2009 Fiat Croma is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Avanti Avanti (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Croma. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 760 kg more than 2009 Fiat Croma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1987 Avanti Avanti 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 1987 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1987 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Croma. 1987 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Croma has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Croma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1987 Avanti Avanti 2009 Fiat Croma
Make Avanti Fiat
Model Avanti Croma
Year Released 1987 2009
Engine Size 5002 cc 2198 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 202 HP 145 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 325 Nm 203 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1700 kg 940 kg
Vehicle Length 5540 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1600 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 3400 mm 2710 mm