1996 Fiat Marea vs. 2001 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2001 Skoda Octavia 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 1,996 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Marea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Marea (145 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Marea should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 120 kg more than 1996 Fiat Marea.
Because 2001 Skoda Octavia 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 Skoda Octavia 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, 1996 Fiat Marea (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Marea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Marea | 2001 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Marea | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
