1996 Fiat Marea vs. 2012 Hyundai ix20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai ix20 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 1,996 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Marea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Marea (145 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai ix20. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Marea should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai ix20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai ix20 weights approximately 13 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 (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai ix20. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Marea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai ix20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Marea | 2012 Hyundai ix20 | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Marea | ix20 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2615 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
