1996 Fiat Marea vs. 2005 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2005 Ford Fiesta is newer by 9 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Marea (80 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (79 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Marea should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 25 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, 2005 Ford Fiesta (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Marea. (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Marea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Marea | 2005 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Marea | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 79 HP |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.8 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
