1996 Fiat Marea vs. 1986 Subaru XT
To start off, 1996 Fiat Marea is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Subaru XT would be higher. At 2,672 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Subaru XT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Subaru XT (147 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Marea. (145 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Subaru XT should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Marea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Subaru XT weights approximately 23 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.
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, 1986 Subaru XT (211 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Marea. (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1986 Subaru XT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Marea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Marea | 1986 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Marea | XT |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
