2004 Audi A4 vs. 1996 Fiat Marea
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 8 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 1,996 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Marea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Marea (145 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (137 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Marea should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 227 kg more than 1996 Fiat Marea.
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, 2004 Audi A4 (310 Nm @ 1740 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Marea. (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Marea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 1996 Fiat Marea | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A4 | Marea |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1740 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
