2006 Fiat Croma vs. 1966 Rover P5
To start off, 2006 Fiat Croma is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Rover P5 (122 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Croma. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Rover P5 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2006 Fiat Croma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Rover P5 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 1966 Rover P5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Fiat Croma (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Rover P5. (217 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Croma | 1966 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Croma | P5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 54 L |
