1998 Fiat Marea vs. 1991 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1998 Fiat Marea is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Volkswagen Golf 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 33 more horse power than 1991 Volkswagen Golf. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Marea should accelerate faster than 1991 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Marea weights approximately 115 kg more than 1991 Volkswagen Golf. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Volkswagen Golf. (166 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Marea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Marea | 1991 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Marea | Golf |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2480 mm |
