2007 Fiat Croma vs. 1995 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2007 Fiat Croma is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Fairlane (206 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Croma. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 70 kg more than 2007 Fiat Croma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Ford Fairlane 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 1995 Ford Fairlane. 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, 1995 Ford Fairlane (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Croma. (204 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Croma | 1995 Ford Fairlane | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Croma | Fairlane |
Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 206 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 99.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2930 mm |