1996 Fiat Marea vs. 1993 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 1996 Fiat Marea is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Marea. (145 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Marea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Marea weights approximately 255 kg more than 1993 Italdesign Nazca.
Because 1993 Italdesign Nazca 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 1993 Italdesign Nazca. 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, 1993 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Marea. (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Marea.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Marea | 1993 Italdesign Nazca | |
Make | Fiat | Italdesign |
Model | Marea | Nazca |
Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 297 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |