2009 Fiat Croma vs. 1980 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 2009 Fiat Croma is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Plymouth Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Plymouth Horizon would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Croma (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 60 kg more than 2009 Fiat Croma.
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, 2009 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. (151 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Croma | 1980 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
| Model | Croma | Horizon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
