1998 Fiat Marea vs. 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 1998 Fiat Marea is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia would be higher. Both 1998 Fiat Marea and 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia are equipped with a 1,996 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Marea. (148 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Marea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia weights approximately 5 kg more than 1998 Fiat Marea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia 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 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. 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, 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (265 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Marea. (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Marea.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Marea | 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Marea | 200 SX Silvia |
Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 86.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |