2009 Fiat Croma vs. 1990 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2009 Fiat Croma is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Croma (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1990 Ford Fairlane. (186 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Croma weights approximately 170 kg more than 1990 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Ford Fairlane 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 1990 Ford Fairlane. 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 (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Fairlane. (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Croma | 1990 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Croma | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 3948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2930 mm |
