1998 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2009 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2009 Fiat Croma is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Croma. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Croma weights approximately 365 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 156.
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, 2009 Fiat Croma (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 156. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2009 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 156 | Croma |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |
