1996 Fiat Marea vs. 1999 Honda Civic
To start off, 1999 Honda Civic 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 56 more horse power than 1999 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Marea should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Marea weights approximately 130 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic. 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Marea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Marea | 1999 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Marea | Civic |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2630 mm |
