1989 Fiat Croma vs. 2010 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2010 Dodge Caliber is newer by 21 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, 2010 Dodge Caliber (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Croma. (116 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Fiat Croma weights approximately 36 kg more than 2010 Dodge Caliber.
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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Croma | 2010 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Fiat | Dodge |
| Model | Croma | Caliber |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |
