1996 Fiat Marea vs. 2002 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2002 Ford Fiesta is newer by 6 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 46 more horse power than 2002 Ford Fiesta. (99 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Marea should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Marea weights approximately 140 kg more than 2002 Ford Fiesta. 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, 1996 Fiat Marea (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Fiesta. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Marea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Marea | 2002 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Marea | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2490 mm |
