1989 Fiat Croma vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,701 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Croma. (116 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Fiat Croma weights approximately 296 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2012 Toyota Tacoma 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 2012 Toyota Tacoma. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. (180 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Croma | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Croma | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 79 L |
