1998 Fiat Marea vs. 1999 Ford Puma
To start off, 1999 Ford Puma is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Marea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Marea 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 59 more horse power than 1999 Ford Puma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Marea should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Marea weights approximately 245 kg more than 1999 Ford Puma. 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Puma. (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Marea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Marea | 1999 Ford Puma | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Marea | Puma |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 42 L |
