2010 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2012 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2012 Fiat Croma is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Fiat Grande Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Fiat Grande Punto would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Croma (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Grande Punto. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Croma weights approximately 465 kg more than 2010 Fiat Grande Punto. 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, 2012 Fiat Croma (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Grande Punto. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Fiat Grande Punto | 2012 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Grande Punto | Croma |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 62 L |
