2009 Fiat Croma vs. 1993 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 2009 Fiat Croma is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan Pulsar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Pulsar would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Croma (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Pulsar. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Croma weights approximately 515 kg more than 1993 Nissan Pulsar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Pulsar. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Croma | 1993 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Croma | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2440 mm |
