1996 Fiat Marea vs. 1989 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1996 Fiat Marea is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lotus Elan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lotus Elan (165 HP) has 85 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Marea. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Marea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Marea weights approximately 65 kg more than 1989 Lotus Elan.
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, 1989 Lotus Elan (201 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Marea. (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1989 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Marea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Marea | 1989 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | Marea | Elan |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 165 HP |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
