1996 Fiat Marea vs. 2008 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 12 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper (113 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Marea. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Marea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mini Cooper weights approximately 40 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, 2008 Mini Cooper (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Marea. (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Marea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Marea | 2008 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Fiat | Mini |
| Model | Marea | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 113 HP |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.8 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
