1996 Fiat Marea vs. 1985 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1996 Fiat Marea is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Marea (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Camry. (83 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Marea should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Camry weights approximately 30 kg more than 1996 Fiat Marea.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 Toyota Camry (164 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Marea. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Marea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Marea | 1985 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Marea | Camry |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
