2005 Fiat Croma vs. 1987 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Fiat Croma is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Croma (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1987 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Croma weights approximately 490 kg more than 1987 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Fiat Croma (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Accord. (167 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Croma | 1987 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Croma | Accord |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
