1996 Fiat Marea vs. 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500
To start off, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Marea. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Marea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Marea weights approximately 168 kg more than 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500.
Because 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 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 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500. 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, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 507 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Marea. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Marea.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Marea | 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Marea | Shelby GT 500 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 5409 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |