1996 Fiat Marea vs. 2008 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Swift 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Swift is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Swift (123 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Marea. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Marea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Marea weights approximately 35 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Swift.
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 Suzuki Swift (148 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Marea. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Marea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Marea | 2008 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Marea | Swift |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
