1996 Fiat Marea vs. 1977 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1996 Fiat Marea is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Celica 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 48 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Celica. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Marea should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Marea weights approximately 275 kg more than 1977 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Toyota Celica 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 1977 Toyota Celica. 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Celica. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Marea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Marea | 1977 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Marea | Celica |
Year Released | 1996 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |