1989 Fiat Croma vs. 1989 Mazda 323
To start off, both 1989 Fiat Croma and 1989 Mazda 323 were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Fiat Croma (116 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1989 Mazda 323. (110 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda 323.
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, 1989 Fiat Croma (245 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda 323. (126 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1989 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Fiat Croma | 1989 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Croma | 323 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |