2008 Fiat Croma vs. 1996 Honda Today
To start off, 2008 Fiat Croma is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Today 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 99 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Croma weights approximately 800 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Croma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Croma | 1996 Honda Today | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Croma | Today |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3300 mm |