2005 Fiat Marea Weekend vs. 2000 Smart ForTwo

To start off, 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Smart ForTwo 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 30 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend weights approximately 405 kg more than 2000 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 Smart ForTwo 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 2000 Smart ForTwo. 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, 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart ForTwo.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Fiat Marea Weekend 2000 Smart ForTwo
Make Fiat Smart
Model Marea Weekend ForTwo
Year Released 2005 2000
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1585 cc 698 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 104 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 131 Nm 110 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80.5 mm 66.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78.4 mm 67 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1225 kg 820 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 2510 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1540 mm
Vehicle Height 1510 mm 1560 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 1820 mm


 

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