1996 Fiat Marea vs. 1995 Ford Escort
To start off, 1996 Fiat Marea is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Marea (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Marea should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Marea weights approximately 5 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort. 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 (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Marea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Marea | 1995 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Marea | Escort |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
