2009 Fiat Croma vs. 1998 Rover 75
To start off, 2009 Fiat Croma is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 75 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 34 more horse power than 1998 Rover 75. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 75 weights approximately 580 kg more than 2009 Fiat Croma.
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, 1998 Rover 75 (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Croma. 1998 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Croma has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Croma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Croma | 1998 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Croma | 75 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 66 L |
