2009 Fiat Croma vs. 1962 Fiat Berline
To start off, 2009 Fiat Croma is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Fiat Berline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Croma (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1962 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Fiat Berline weights approximately 330 kg more than 2009 Fiat Croma.
Because 1962 Fiat Berline is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Fiat Berline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Croma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Croma | 1962 Fiat Berline | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Croma | Berline |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 38 L |
