2005 Fiat Marea Weekend vs. 1982 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Prairie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Prairie would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend weights approximately 250 kg more than 1982 Nissan Prairie. 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, 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Prairie. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend | 1982 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Marea Weekend | Prairie |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
