1989 Audi 200 vs. 2012 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2012 Fiat Croma is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Croma. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Croma weights approximately 115 kg more than 1989 Audi 200.
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 Fiat Croma (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 200. (253 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Audi 200 | 2012 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Audi | Fiat |
Model | 200 | Croma |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 253 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 62 L |