1994 Rover 400 vs. 2010 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2010 Fiat Croma is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 400 would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Croma (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1994 Rover 400. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 400.
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 (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 400. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 400. 2010 Fiat Croma has automatic transmission and 1994 Rover 400 has manual transmission. 1994 Rover 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Fiat Croma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Rover 400 | 2010 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Rover | Fiat |
Model | 400 | Croma |
Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |