1996 Fiat Marea vs. 1986 Honda Civic
To start off, 1996 Fiat Marea is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Civic 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 20 more horse power than 1986 Honda Civic. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Marea should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Marea weights approximately 355 kg more than 1986 Honda Civic. 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Civic. (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Marea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Marea | 1986 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Marea | Civic |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2210 mm |
