1997 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1996 Fiat Marea
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 1 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 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Marea. (145 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Marea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Marea weights approximately 8 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier.
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, 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier (211 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Marea. (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Marea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1996 Fiat Marea | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Cavalier | Marea |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 63 L |
