1990 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2010 Fiat Croma is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Croma. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Accord weights approximately 470 kg more than 2010 Fiat Croma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Accord. (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Accord | 2010 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Honda | Fiat |
Model | Accord | Croma |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |