1989 Fiat Croma vs. 2010 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2010 Nissan NP300 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, 1989 Fiat Croma (116 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2010 Nissan NP300. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan NP300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1989 Fiat Croma.
Because 2010 Nissan NP300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Nissan NP300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Croma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan NP300. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Croma | 2010 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Croma | NP300 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
