1996 Fiat Marea vs. 1995 Peugeot 806
To start off, 1996 Fiat Marea is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 806. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 806 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 806 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Marea (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 806. (92 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Marea should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 806. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 806 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1996 Fiat Marea.
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, 1995 Peugeot 806 (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Marea. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 806 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Marea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Marea | 1995 Peugeot 806 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Marea | 806 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 21.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
