2009 Fiat Croma vs. 1997 Nissan 400 R
To start off, 2009 Fiat Croma is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan 400 R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan 400 R would be higher. At 2,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan 400 R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan 400 R (400 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Croma. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Croma weights approximately 45 kg more than 1997 Nissan 400 R.
Because 1997 Nissan 400 R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Fiat Croma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Nissan 400 R (471 Nm) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Croma. (280 Nm). This means 1997 Nissan 400 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Croma | 1997 Nissan 400 R | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Croma | 400 R |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 471 Nm |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 318 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
