1998 Fiat Marea vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 12 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 5 more horse power than 2010 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Marea should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 118 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1998 Fiat Marea.
Because 2010 BMW 118 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 2010 BMW 118. 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, 2010 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Marea. (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Marea.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Marea | 2010 BMW 118 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | Marea | 118 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 51 L |