1981 Ferrari 400 vs. 1996 Fiat Marea
To start off, 1996 Fiat Marea is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1981 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Marea. (145 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Marea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1996 Fiat Marea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Ferrari 400 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 1981 Ferrari 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1981 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Marea. (186 Nm). This means 1981 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Marea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ferrari 400 | 1996 Fiat Marea | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 400 | Marea |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 63 L |
