1996 Fiat Marea vs. 2001 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2001 Peugeot 206 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Peugeot 206 (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Marea. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Marea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Marea weights approximately 110 kg more than 2001 Peugeot 206.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Peugeot 206 (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Marea. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Marea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Marea | 2001 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Marea | 206 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
