1996 Fiat Marea vs. 2006 Mazda 3
To start off, 2006 Mazda 3 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 1,998 cc, 2006 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Marea (145 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 3. (139 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Marea should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Marea weights approximately 445 kg more than 2006 Mazda 3. 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 3. (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Marea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Marea | 2006 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Marea | 3 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
