1989 Ford Capri vs. 2010 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2010 Fiat Croma is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Capri (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Croma. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Croma weights approximately 503 kg more than 1989 Ford Capri.
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, 2010 Fiat Croma (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Capri. (183 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Capri | 2010 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Capri | Croma |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
