2006 Fiat Croma vs. 1987 Ford Festiva
To start off, 2006 Fiat Croma is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Croma (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Croma weights approximately 785 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva. 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, 2006 Fiat Croma (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Croma | 1987 Ford Festiva | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Croma | Festiva |
Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 75.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2300 mm |