1998 Fiat Marea vs. 1966 Volvo 144
To start off, 1998 Fiat Marea is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volvo 144. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volvo 144 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Marea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Marea (148 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1966 Volvo 144. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Marea should accelerate faster than 1966 Volvo 144. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Volvo 144 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1998 Fiat Marea.
Because 1966 Volvo 144 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 1966 Volvo 144. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Fiat Marea (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volvo 144. (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Marea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volvo 144.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Marea | 1966 Volvo 144 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Marea | 144 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2620 mm |
