2007 Fiat Croma vs. 1994 Mazda 323
To start off, 2007 Fiat Croma is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda 323 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 33 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 323. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Croma weights approximately 355 kg more than 1994 Mazda 323. 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 323. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Croma | 1994 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Croma | 323 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
