2007 Fiat Croma vs. 1966 Vauxhall Viscount
To start off, 2007 Fiat Croma is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Vauxhall Viscount would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Vauxhall Viscount is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Vauxhall Viscount (122 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Croma. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Vauxhall Viscount should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Croma weights approximately 215 kg more than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount.
Because 1966 Vauxhall Viscount 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 Vauxhall Viscount. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Fiat Croma (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. (241 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Croma | 1966 Vauxhall Viscount | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | Croma | Viscount |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |
