2009 Fiat Croma vs. 1994 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 2009 Fiat Croma is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Skoda Felicia 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 78 more horse power than 1994 Skoda Felicia. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1994 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Croma weights approximately 22 kg more than 1994 Skoda Felicia. 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 (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Skoda Felicia. (102 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Croma | 1994 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Croma | Felicia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 42 L |
