2005 Fiat Marea Weekend vs. 1983 Ford Capri
To start off, 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Capri (205 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Capri weights approximately 20 kg more than 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Ford Capri 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 1983 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend, 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, 1983 Ford Capri (353 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Capri 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 | 1983 Ford Capri | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Marea Weekend | Capri |
Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 68.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2570 mm |