1998 Fiat Marea vs. 1982 Simca 1100
To start off, 1998 Fiat Marea is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Simca 1100 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 104 more horse power than 1982 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Marea should accelerate faster than 1982 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Marea weights approximately 375 kg more than 1982 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Fiat Marea (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Marea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Marea | 1982 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | Marea | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 42 L |
