1999 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 1996 Fiat Marea
To start off, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Marea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Marea would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage (450 HP) has 370 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Marea. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Marea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 885 kg more than 1996 Fiat Marea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Aston Martin Vantage 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 1999 Aston Martin Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage (1,098 Nm) has 985 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Marea. (113 Nm). This means 1999 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Marea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Aston Martin Vantage | 1996 Fiat Marea | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
| Model | Vantage | Marea |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 1370 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 1098 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1085 kg |
