1998 Fiat Marea vs. 1995 Fiat Brava
To start off, 1998 Fiat Marea is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Fiat Brava. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Fiat Brava 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 32 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Brava. (116 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Marea should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Marea weights approximately 125 kg more than 1995 Fiat Brava. 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Brava. (154 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Marea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Marea | 1995 Fiat Brava | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Marea | Brava |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1745 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2550 mm |
