2005 Fiat Marea Weekend vs. 1998 Ford Laser
To start off, 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Laser (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend weights approximately 110 kg more than 1998 Ford Laser.
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, 1998 Ford Laser (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend. 1998 Ford Laser has automatic transmission and 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend has manual transmission. 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Ford Laser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Marea Weekend | 1998 Ford Laser | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Marea Weekend | Laser |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 81.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |