1996 Fiat Marea vs. 2010 Mazda 5
To start off, 2010 Mazda 5 is newer by 14 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 5 (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Marea. (145 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Marea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 5 weights approximately 323 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, 2010 Mazda 5 (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Marea. (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Marea. 2010 Mazda 5 has automatic transmission and 1996 Fiat Marea has manual transmission. 1996 Fiat Marea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mazda 5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Marea | 2010 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Marea | 5 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
