2008 Fiat Croma vs. 1989 Ford Festiva
To start off, 2008 Fiat Croma is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Croma (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1989 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Croma weights approximately 724 kg more than 1989 Ford Festiva. 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, 2008 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Croma | 1989 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Croma | Festiva |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2300 mm |
