1996 Fiat Marea vs. 2001 Mazda 626
To start off, 2001 Mazda 626 is newer by 5 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 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Marea (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Marea should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 626 weights approximately 100 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, 2001 Mazda 626 (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Marea. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Marea.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Marea | 2001 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Marea | 626 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.6:1 |
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 | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |