1989 Fiat Croma vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 13 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Fiat Croma (116 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 50 kg more than 1989 Fiat Croma.
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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (224 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Croma | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Croma | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
