1996 Fiat Marea vs. 2007 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2007 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 11 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Marea. (145 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Marea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ascari KZ1 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1996 Fiat Marea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ascari KZ1 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 2007 Ascari KZ1. 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, 2007 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Marea. (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Marea.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Marea | 2007 Ascari KZ1 | |
Make | Fiat | Ascari |
Model | Marea | KZ1 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2636 mm |