2009 Fiat Croma vs. 1987 Toyota Model F
To start off, 2009 Fiat Croma is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Croma (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Model F. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Model F weights approximately 360 kg more than 2009 Fiat Croma.
Because 1987 Toyota Model F 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 1987 Toyota Model F. 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Croma | 1987 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Croma | Model F |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1811 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2240 mm |
