1989 Fiat Croma vs. 2012 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Croma. (116 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Fiat Croma weights approximately 38 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2012 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Fiat Croma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Croma. (245 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Croma. 2012 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1989 Fiat Croma has manual transmission. 1989 Fiat Croma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Croma | 2012 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Croma | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |
