1994 Rover 800 vs. 2012 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2012 Fiat Croma is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 800 would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 800 (167 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Croma. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 800 weights approximately 584 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.
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, 1994 Rover 800 (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover 800 | 2012 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Rover | Fiat |
| Model | 800 | Croma |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |
