1999 Opel Signum vs. 2011 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2011 Fiat Croma is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Signum would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Croma (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1999 Opel Signum. (99 HP @ 3120 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Signum.
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, 2011 Fiat Croma (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Signum. (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Signum | 2011 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Opel | Fiat |
| Model | Signum | Croma |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3120 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
