2008 Fiat Croma vs. 1999 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Fiat Croma is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Civic (167 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Croma. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Croma weights approximately 260 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic.
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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (166 Nm @ 6300 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Croma | 1999 Honda Civic | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Croma | Civic |
Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |