2007 Fiat Croma vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 2007 Fiat Croma is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (296 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Croma. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Croma weights approximately 90 kg more than 1996 Porsche 993.
Because 1996 Porsche 993 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 1996 Porsche 993. 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, 1996 Porsche 993 (355 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Croma. (204 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Croma | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Croma | 993 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2280 mm |
