1993 Honda NSX vs. 2012 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2012 Fiat Croma is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Croma. (146 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda NSX weights approximately 430 kg more than 2012 Fiat Croma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Honda NSX 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 1993 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1993 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Croma. 2012 Fiat Croma has automatic transmission and 1993 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1993 Honda NSX 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:
| 1993 Honda NSX | 2012 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Honda | Fiat |
| Model | NSX | Croma |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
