1995 Porsche 965 vs. 2011 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2011 Fiat Croma is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 965 (356 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Croma. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Croma weights approximately 125 kg more than 1995 Porsche 965.
Because 1995 Porsche 965 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 Porsche 965. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Porsche 965 (530 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Croma. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Porsche 965 | 2011 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Porsche | Fiat |
| Model | 965 | Croma |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 356 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2710 mm |
