1996 Fiat Marea vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 1996 Fiat Marea is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,341 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (190 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Marea. (145 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Marea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Marea weights approximately 178 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911.
Because 1972 Porsche 911 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 1972 Porsche 911. 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, 1972 Porsche 911 (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Marea. (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Marea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Marea | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Marea | 911 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
