1989 Fiat Croma vs. 1999 Mazda RX-01
To start off, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Fiat Croma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Fiat Croma would be higher. At 2,610 cc, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (217 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Croma. (116 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Croma.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Fiat Croma (245 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1989 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda RX-01.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Croma | 1999 Mazda RX-01 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Croma | RX-01 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2610 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2350 mm |
