1998 Fiat Marea vs. 1980 Lotus Eclat
To start off, 1998 Fiat Marea is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lotus Eclat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lotus Eclat would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lotus Eclat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lotus Eclat (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Marea. (148 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lotus Eclat should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Marea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Marea weights approximately 151 kg more than 1980 Lotus Eclat.
Because 1980 Lotus Eclat 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 1980 Lotus Eclat. 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, 1980 Lotus Eclat (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Marea. (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1980 Lotus Eclat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Marea.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Marea | 1980 Lotus Eclat | |
Make | Fiat | Lotus |
Model | Marea | Eclat |
Year Released | 1998 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1104 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 67 L |