1990 Isuzu Impulse vs. 2012 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2012 Fiat Croma is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Isuzu Impulse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Isuzu Impulse would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Croma (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1990 Isuzu Impulse. (130 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1990 Isuzu Impulse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Croma weights approximately 615 kg more than 1990 Isuzu Impulse. 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, 2012 Fiat Croma (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Isuzu Impulse. (138 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Isuzu Impulse. 2012 Fiat Croma has automatic transmission and 1990 Isuzu Impulse has manual transmission. 1990 Isuzu Impulse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Fiat Croma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Isuzu Impulse | 2012 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Isuzu | Fiat |
| Model | Impulse | Croma |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
