2006 Fiat Croma vs. 1978 Mazda 616
To start off, 2006 Fiat Croma is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Croma (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Croma weights approximately 673 kg more than 1978 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Croma | 1978 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Croma | 616 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2480 mm |
