1996 Fiat Marea vs. 1970 Opel GT
To start off, 1996 Fiat Marea is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel GT would be higher. At 1,996 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Marea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Marea (145 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1970 Opel GT. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Marea should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel GT.
Because 1970 Opel GT 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 1970 Opel GT. 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, 1996 Fiat Marea (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel GT. (85 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Marea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Marea | 1970 Opel GT | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Marea | GT |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1100 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 53 L |
