1996 Fiat Marea vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Fabia 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Marea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Marea (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Marea should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 30 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, 1996 Fiat Marea (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Marea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Marea | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Marea | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
