2009 Fiat Croma vs. 1976 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2009 Fiat Croma is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Croma (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (90 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Croma weights approximately 391 kg more than 1976 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Ford Cortina 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 1976 Ford Cortina. 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 (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Croma | 1976 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Croma | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1114 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 54 L |
