2009 Fiat Croma vs. 1970 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2009 Fiat Croma is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Croma (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Crown. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Croma weights approximately 340 kg more than 1970 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Toyota Crown 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 1970 Toyota Crown. 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 (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Croma | 1970 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Croma | Crown |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |