1989 Fiat Croma vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris is newer by 16 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 52 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Fiat Croma weights approximately 426 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (91 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1989 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Croma | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Croma | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
