2007 Fiat Croma vs. 1984 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2007 Fiat Croma is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Croma (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1984 Opel Ascona. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Croma weights approximately 586 kg more than 1984 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Fiat Croma (204 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Croma | 1984 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Croma | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
