1995 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2012 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2012 Fiat Croma is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Croma. (146 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 910 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 1995 Chevrolet Caprice 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 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. 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, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Caprice | 2012 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Caprice | Croma |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4312 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
