1996 Fiat Marea vs. 1983 Renault 11
To start off, 1996 Fiat Marea is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Renault 11 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 64 more horse power than 1983 Renault 11. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Marea should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Marea weights approximately 360 kg more than 1983 Renault 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Fiat Marea (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 11. (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Marea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Marea | 1983 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Marea | 11 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2490 mm |
