1996 Fiat Marea vs. 2001 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2001 Toyota Previa 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Previa (160 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Marea. (145 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Marea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Previa weights approximately 270 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.
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 Toyota Previa (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Marea. (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Marea. 2001 Toyota Previa has automatic transmission and 1996 Fiat Marea has manual transmission. 1996 Fiat Marea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Previa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Marea | 2001 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Marea | Previa |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2900 mm |
