2008 Fiat Croma vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 Fiat Croma is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Croma (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Carina. (72 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Croma weights approximately 310 kg more than 1992 Toyota Carina. 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Carina. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Croma | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Croma | Carina |
Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |