1990 Holden Statesman vs. 2005 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2005 Fiat Croma is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Holden Statesman (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Croma. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Croma weights approximately 40 kg more than 1990 Holden Statesman.
Because 1990 Holden Statesman 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 Holden Statesman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Holden Statesman (386 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Croma. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Statesman | 2005 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Holden | Fiat |
| Model | Statesman | Croma |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 1909 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
