2007 Fiat Croma vs. 1994 Mazda 626
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 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 118 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Croma weights approximately 383 kg more than 1994 Mazda 626.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Fiat Croma (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Croma | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Croma | 626 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
