2007 Fiat Croma vs. 1985 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2007 Fiat Croma is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Camry 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 62 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Camry. (83 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Croma weights approximately 340 kg more than 1985 Toyota Camry. 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, 2007 Fiat Croma (204 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Camry. (164 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Croma | 1985 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Croma | Camry |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
