2008 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 1996 Fiat Marea
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 12 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 33 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Marea should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Marea weights approximately 105 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos. 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, 1996 Fiat Marea (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Marea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Kalos | 1996 Fiat Marea | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Kalos | Marea |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 63 L |
