1996 Fiat Marea vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 1,996 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Marea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Marea (145 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Marea should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Marea weights approximately 15 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (131 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Marea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Fiat Marea 2005 Toyota Corolla
Make Fiat Toyota
Model Marea Corolla
Year Released 1996 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1996 cc 1398 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 145 HP 96 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 186 Nm 131 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75.7 mm 71.3 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 206 km/hour 185 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.5 seconds 12 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1255 kg 1240 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 4390 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.4 L/100km 6.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 55 L


 

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