1998 Fiat Marea vs. 1968 Toyota Century
To start off, 1998 Fiat Marea is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Marea (148 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Marea should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota Century weights approximately 445 kg more than 1998 Fiat Marea.
Because 1968 Toyota Century 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 1968 Toyota Century. 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, 1968 Toyota Century (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Marea. (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1968 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Marea. 1968 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 1998 Fiat Marea has manual transmission. 1998 Fiat Marea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Marea | 1968 Toyota Century | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Marea | Century |
Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |