1996 Fiat Marea vs. 2009 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 13 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 1,996 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Marea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Marea (145 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (118 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Marea should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 10 kg more than 1996 Fiat Marea.
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, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Marea. (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Marea.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Marea | 2009 Fiat Grande Punto | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | Marea | Grande Punto |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |