2005 Fiat Marea Weekend vs. 1978 Volkswagen Iltis
To start off, 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volkswagen Iltis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volkswagen Iltis would be higher. At 1,714 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Volkswagen Iltis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend (104 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1978 Volkswagen Iltis. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend should accelerate faster than 1978 Volkswagen Iltis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Volkswagen Iltis weights approximately 75 kg more than 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend.
Because 1978 Volkswagen Iltis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Volkswagen Iltis will offer significantly more control. 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, 1978 Volkswagen Iltis (136 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Volkswagen Iltis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend | 1978 Volkswagen Iltis | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Marea Weekend | Iltis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2110 mm |
