2007 Fiat Croma vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Croma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Croma 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 44 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Croma weights approximately 438 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500. 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 (204 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500. 2007 Fiat Croma has automatic transmission and 2012 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 2012 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Fiat Croma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Croma | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Croma | 500 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1072 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3546 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1628 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2301 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 40 L |
