Fiat Marea 185 1.6 16V (103 Hp)
Fiat Marea:
The Fiat Marea is a small family car produced by the Italian automaker Fiat from 1996 to 2007. Available as a saloon and an estate, the Marea models were essentially different body styles of Fiat's hatchback offerings, the Bravo and Brava. The Marea replaced the earlier Tipo-based Fiat Tempra, as well as the larger Croma.
While the Fiat Stilo Multiwagon was the successor of the estate version, the Marea Weekend, the Fiat Linea replaced the saloon version in 2007. The car became officially available from 11 September 1996....(Read more on Wikipedia)
185 Overview:
Fiat Marea (185). With 144 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~11.3 l/100km). Weighing only 1140 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 10.7 s). The top speed reaches 187 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Efficiency-focused engine (100 hp), ideal for city commuting.
- • Steady and predictable acceleration (0-100 km/h in 11.2 sec).
- • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
- • Standard trunk space (430 L) suitable for daily needs.
- • Turbocharged engine ensures better torque delivery at low RPMs.
Cons:
- • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.
Specifications:
| General: |
| Brand: | Fiat |
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| Model: | Marea |
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| Generation: | 185 |
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| Modification (Engine): | 1.6 16V (103 Hp) |
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| Start of production: | 1996 |
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| End of production: | 2000 |
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| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
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| Body type: | Sedan |
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| Seats: | 5 |
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| Doors: | 4 |
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| Engine: |
| Power: | 103 Hp @ 5750 rpm. |
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| Power per litre: | 65.1 Hp/l |
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| Torque: | 144 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
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| Engine Model/Code: | 186.A4.000 |
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| Engine displacement: | 1581 |
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| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
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| Engine configuration: | Inline |
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| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
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| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
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| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
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| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
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| Engine oil capacity: | 4.5 l |
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| Coolant: | 6.4 l |
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| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
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| Cylinder Bore: | 86.4 mm mm |
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| Piston Stroke: | 67.4 mm mm |
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| Compression ratio: | 10.5:1 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 11.3 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.5 l/100 km |
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| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 10.7 sec |
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| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 10.7 sec |
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| Maximum speed: | 187 km/h |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 11.1 kg/Hp, 90.4 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.9 kg/Nm, 126.3 Nm/tonne |
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| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 10.2 sec |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1140 |
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| Max. weight: | 1730 |
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| Max load: | 590 |
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| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 430 l |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 63 l |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 4390 mm mm |
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| Width: | 1740 mm mm |
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| Height: | 1420 mm mm |
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| Wheelbase: | 2540 mm mm |
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| Front track: | 1470 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1440 mm |
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| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
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| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
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| Number of gears | 5 |
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| Transmission type | Manual |
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| Front brakes | Disc |
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| Rear brakes | Drum |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
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| Tires size | 185/65 R14 |
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| Front suspension | Wishbone |
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| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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