1996 Fiat Marea vs. 2012 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 is newer by 16 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Marea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Marea (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Marea should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i20 weights approximately 15 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, 1996 Fiat Marea (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Marea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i20. 2012 Hyundai i20 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. 2012 Hyundai i20 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Marea | 2012 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Marea | i20 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 17:01 |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2525 mm |
