1996 Fiat Marea vs. 2004 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2004 Opel Corsa 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 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 2004 Opel Corsa. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Marea should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Corsa weights approximately 143 kg more than 1996 Fiat Marea.
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, 2004 Opel Corsa (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Marea. (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Marea.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Marea | 2004 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Marea | Corsa |
Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1686 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 | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 44 L |