1971 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1998 Fiat Marea
To start off, 1998 Fiat Marea is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Marea (148 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1971 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Marea should accelerate faster than 1971 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 460 kg more than 1998 Fiat Marea.
Because 1971 Chevrolet Impala is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Chevrolet Impala. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Marea, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1971 Chevrolet Impala (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Marea. (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Marea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet Impala | 1998 Fiat Marea | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Impala | Marea |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2450 mm |
