2005 Fiat Marea Weekend vs. 1998 Opel Tigra
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 Opel Tigra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Tigra 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 16 more horse power than 1998 Opel Tigra. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend weights approximately 170 kg more than 1998 Opel Tigra. 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Tigra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend | 1998 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Marea Weekend | Tigra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2430 mm |
