1996 Fiat Marea vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 1996 Fiat Marea is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Granada (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Marea. (145 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Marea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 70 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 Ford Granada 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 Ford Granada. 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 Ford Granada (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Marea. (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Marea.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Marea | 1981 Ford Granada | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Marea | Granada |
Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 68.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2780 mm |