1996 Fiat Marea vs. 1999 Ford O21 C
To start off, 1999 Ford O21 C is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Marea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Marea 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 17 more horse power than 1999 Ford O21 C. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Marea should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford O21 C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford O21 C weights approximately 43 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, 1996 Fiat Marea (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford O21 C. (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Marea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford O21 C. 1999 Ford O21 C has automatic transmission and 1996 Fiat Marea has manual transmission. 1996 Fiat Marea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ford O21 C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Marea | 1999 Ford O21 C | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Marea | O21 C |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 132 L |
