2009 Audi Q7 vs. 1985 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Fiat Croma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Fiat Croma would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (494 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 450 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Croma. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1510 kg more than 1985 Fiat Croma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Fiat Croma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 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, 2009 Audi Q7 (1,000 Nm) has 873 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Croma. (127 Nm). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Croma. 2009 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1985 Fiat Croma has manual transmission. 1985 Fiat Croma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi Q7 | 1985 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Audi | Fiat |
Model | Q7 | Croma |
Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5934 cc | 2490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 494 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 1000 Nm | 127 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2605 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2670 mm |