1996 Fiat Marea vs. 2001 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2001 Mazda Tribute 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda Tribute (130 HP) has 50 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Marea. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Marea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 340 kg more than 1996 Fiat Marea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat Marea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Tribute will offer significantly more control. 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 Tribute (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Marea. (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda Tribute 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 Tribute | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Marea | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 130 HP |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
