1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit vs. 2006 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2006 Fiat Croma is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit would be higher. At 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (208 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Croma. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Croma.
Because 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit 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 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (402 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | 2006 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Fiat |
| Model | Silver Spirit | Croma |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6749 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1600 mm |
