1997 Ford Puma vs. 2010 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2010 Fiat Croma is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Puma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Puma would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Croma (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1997 Ford Puma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Puma weights approximately 70 kg more than 2010 Fiat Croma.
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 (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Puma. (126 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Puma | 2010 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Puma | Croma |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 62 L |
