1995 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2009 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2009 Fiat Croma is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Croma. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Croma weights approximately 161 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV.
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, both vehicles can yield 280 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2009 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | GTV | Croma |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
