1996 Fiat Marea vs. 1988 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1996 Fiat Marea is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,952 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Supra (232 HP) has 152 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Marea. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Marea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Supra weights approximately 465 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.
Because 1988 Toyota Supra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Marea, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Toyota Supra (351 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Marea. (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Marea.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Marea | 1988 Toyota Supra | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Marea | Supra |
Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 232 HP |
Torque | 113 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64.8 mm | 91 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |