1996 Fiat Marea vs. 2006 Hyundai Tipper
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tipper is newer by 10 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 2,607 cc, 2006 Hyundai Tipper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Marea (145 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tipper. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Marea should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tipper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tipper weights approximately 5 kg more than 1996 Fiat Marea.
Because 2006 Hyundai Tipper 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 2006 Hyundai Tipper. 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, 1996 Fiat Marea (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tipper. (167 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Marea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tipper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Marea | 2006 Hyundai Tipper | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Marea | Tipper |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2607 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
