1998 Fiat Marea vs. 1988 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1998 Fiat Marea is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,089 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Marea (148 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1988 Ford Fairlane. (138 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Marea should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 375 kg more than 1998 Fiat Marea.
Because 1988 Ford Fairlane 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 1988 Ford Fairlane. 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, 1988 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Marea. (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Marea.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Marea | 1988 Ford Fairlane | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Marea | Fairlane |
Year Released | 1998 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2950 mm |