2007 Citroen C2 vs. 1996 Fiat Marea
To start off, 2007 Citroen C2 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Marea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Marea would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Marea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Marea (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Marea should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Marea weights approximately 145 kg more than 2007 Citroen C2. 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, 2007 Citroen C2 (151 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Marea. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Marea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C2 | 1996 Fiat Marea | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C2 | Marea |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 63 L |
