2007 Fiat Croma vs. 1975 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Fiat Croma is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Porsche 911 (260 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Croma. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Croma weights approximately 390 kg more than 1975 Porsche 911.
Because 1975 Porsche 911 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 1975 Porsche 911. 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, 1975 Porsche 911 (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Croma | 1975 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | Croma | 911 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 70.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 79 L |