1996 Fiat Marea vs. 2004 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2004 Maserati Spyder is newer by 8 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 4,254 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati Spyder (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Marea. (145 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Marea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 475 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 2004 Maserati Spyder is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Maserati Spyder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Marea, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Maserati Spyder (447 Nm) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Marea. (186 Nm). This means 2004 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Marea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Marea | 2004 Maserati Spyder | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | Marea | Spyder |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4254 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 87 L |
