2008 Fiat Croma vs. 1990 Honda Integra
To start off, 2008 Fiat Croma is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Integra 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 40 more horse power than 1990 Honda Integra. (106 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Croma weights approximately 500 kg more than 1990 Honda Integra. 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Integra. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Croma | 1990 Honda Integra | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Croma | Integra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2560 mm |
