1990 Alpine V6 vs. 2007 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2007 Fiat Croma is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alpine V6 (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Croma. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Croma weights approximately 300 kg more than 1990 Alpine V6.
Because 1990 Alpine V6 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 1990 Alpine V6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1990 Alpine V6 (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Croma. (204 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Croma. 2007 Fiat Croma has automatic transmission and 1990 Alpine V6 has manual transmission. 1990 Alpine V6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Fiat Croma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alpine V6 | 2007 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Alpine | Fiat |
| Model | V6 | Croma |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |
