1996 Fiat Marea vs. 2007 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2007 Opel Tigra 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Tigra (123 HP) has 43 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Marea. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Marea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Tigra weights approximately 180 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.
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, 2007 Opel Tigra (166 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Marea. (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Marea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Marea | 2007 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Marea | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 123 HP |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.8 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
