1996 Fiat Marea vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1996 Fiat Marea is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,759 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Celica (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Marea. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Marea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Celica weights approximately 160 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 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 1981 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, 1981 Toyota Celica (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Marea. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Marea. 1981 Toyota Celica has automatic transmission and 1996 Fiat Marea has manual transmission. 1996 Fiat Marea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Toyota Celica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Marea | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Marea | Celica |
Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2759 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |