1989 Avanti Avanti vs. 1985 Fiat Croma
To start off, 1989 Avanti Avanti is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Fiat Croma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Fiat Croma would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Avanti Avanti (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Croma. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 609 kg more than 1985 Fiat Croma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 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 1989 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1989 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Croma. (127 Nm). This means 1989 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Croma. 1989 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1985 Fiat Croma has manual transmission. 1985 Fiat Croma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Avanti Avanti | 1985 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Avanti | Fiat |
Model | Avanti | Croma |
Year Released | 1989 | 1985 |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 127 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2670 mm |