Fiat Marea Weekend (185) 1.6 100 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)

Weekend (185) Overview:

Fiat Marea (Weekend (185)). With 145 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~11.3 l/100km). Weighing only 1175 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 11.1 s). The top speed reaches 185 km/h. A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. 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
Model:Marea
Generation:Weekend (185)
Modification (Engine):1.6 100 16V (103 Hp)
Start of production:1996
End of production:2000
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Station wagon (estate)
Seats:5
Doors:5
Engine:
Power:103 Hp @ 5750 rpm.
Power per litre:64.5 Hp/l
Torque:145 Nm @ 4000 rpm.
Engine Model/Code:182A4000
Engine displacement:1596
Number of cylinders:4
Engine configuration:Inline
Number of valves per cylinder:4
Fuel injection system:Multi-port manifold injection
Engine aspiration:Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain:DOHC
Engine oil capacity:4.5 l
Coolant:6.4 l
Engine layout:Front, Transverse
Cylinder Bore:80.5 mm mm
Piston Stroke:78.4 mm mm
Compression ratio:10.5:1
Performance:
Fuel Type:Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel consumption (economy) - urban:11.3 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban:6.5 l/100 km
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h:11.1 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph:11.1 sec
Maximum speed:185 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:11.4 kg/Hp, 87.7 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:8.1 kg/Nm, 123.4 Nm/tonne
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph:10.5 sec
Space:
Kerb Weight:1175
Max. weight:1895
Max load:720
Trunk (boot) space - maximum:1550 l
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:500 l
Fuel tank capacity:63 l
Size:
Length:4485 mm mm
Width:1740 mm mm
Height:1510 mm mm
Wheelbase:2540 mm mm
Front track:1470 mm
Rear (Back) track:1440 mm
Powertrain:
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheelFront wheel drive
Number of gears5
Transmission typeManual
Front brakesDisc
Rear brakesDisc
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
Power steeringHydraulic Steering
Tires size185/65 R14
Front suspensionTransverse stabilizer
Rear suspensionCoil spring

Fuel, speed, and comfort: How does the Fiat Marea rank in your book?