2006 Fiat Croma vs. 1984 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2006 Fiat Croma is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Sprinter 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 52 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Croma weights approximately 610 kg more than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Croma | 1984 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Croma | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
