1989 Audi 100 vs. 2006 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2006 Fiat Croma is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Croma (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Croma weights approximately 505 kg more than 1989 Audi 100. 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, 2006 Fiat Croma (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 100. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 2006 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | 100 | Croma |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1909 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
