2007 Fiat Croma vs. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 2007 Fiat Croma is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Plymouth Barracuda would be higher. At 6,285 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Croma. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Croma weights approximately 40 kg more than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda.
Because 1969 Plymouth Barracuda 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 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. 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, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Croma. (204 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Croma | 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
| Model | Croma | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 6285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
