2006 Fiat Croma vs. 1994 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 2006 Fiat Croma is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Hyundai Pony. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Hyundai Pony 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 31 more horse power than 1994 Hyundai Pony. (87 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1994 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Croma weights approximately 640 kg more than 1994 Hyundai Pony. 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Hyundai Pony. (130 Nm @ 3050 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Croma | 1994 Hyundai Pony | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Croma | Pony |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3050 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |
