Fiat Marea 185 2.4 i 20V (160 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 206 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1300 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 8.6 s). The top speed reaches 210 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:
- • Adequate and balanced power output (160 hp) for versatile driving.
- • Respectable acceleration of 8.6 sec, suitable for most driving situations.
- • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
- • Standard trunk space (430 L) suitable for daily needs.
Cons:
- • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(185: 1999 - 2000).
| General: |
| Brand: | Fiat |
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| Model: | Marea |
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| Generation: | 185 |
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| Modification (Engine): | 2.4 i 20V (160 Hp) |
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| Start of production: | 2000 |
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| End of production: | 2002 |
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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: | 160 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
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| Power per litre: | 65.4 Hp/l [3mm more] |
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| Torque: | 206 Nm @ 3500 rpm. |
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| Engine displacement: | 2446 |
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| Number of cylinders: | 5 |
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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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| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
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| Cylinder Bore: | 83 mm |
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| Piston Stroke: | 90.4 mm |
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| Compression ratio: | 9.75:1 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 8.6 sec |
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| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 8.6 sec |
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| Maximum speed: | 210 km/h |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8.1 kg/Hp, 123.1 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.3 kg/Nm, 158.5 Nm/tonne |
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| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 8.2 sec |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1300 |
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| Max. weight: | 1780 |
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| Max load: | 480 |
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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: | 4393 mm [3mm more] |
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| Width: | 1740 mm [Same width.] |
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| Height: | 1420 mm [Same height.] |
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| Wheelbase: | 2540 mm [Same wheelbase.] |
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| Front track: | 1475 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 | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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| Rear brakes | Disc |
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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 | 195/55 R15 |
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| Front suspension | Wishbone |
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| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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