1996 Fiat Marea vs. 1985 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1996 Fiat Marea is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Volkswagen Polo 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 107 more horse power than 1985 Volkswagen Polo. (38 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Marea should accelerate faster than 1985 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Marea weights approximately 555 kg more than 1985 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Fiat Marea (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volkswagen Polo. (74 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Marea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Marea | 1985 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Marea | Polo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 59 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
