1989 Fiat Croma vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 23 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, 2012 Kia Cee'd (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Croma. (116 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Fiat Croma weights approximately 107 kg more than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1989 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Croma | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Croma | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 53 L |
