2007 Fiat Croma vs. 2002 Mazda Spiano
To start off, 2007 Fiat Croma is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda Spiano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda Spiano would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Croma (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Spiano. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Spiano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Croma weights approximately 805 kg more than 2002 Mazda Spiano. 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 (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Spiano. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Spiano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Croma | 2002 Mazda Spiano | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Croma | Spiano |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |
