1996 Fiat Marea vs. 1992 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1996 Fiat Marea is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Nissan Sunny 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 71 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Marea should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Marea weights approximately 95 kg more than 1992 Nissan Sunny. 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Marea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Marea | 1992 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Marea | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
