Fiat Marea 185 2.0 155 20V (154 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 186 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~11 l/100km). Weighing only 1255 kg, it’s quite light. 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:
- • Efficiency-focused engine (103 hp), ideal for city commuting.
- • Steady and predictable acceleration (0-100 km/h in 11.6 sec).
- • 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(Weekend (185): 1996 - 2000).
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| Brand: | Fiat |
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| Model: | Marea |
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| Generation: | 185 |
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| Modification (Engine): | 2.0 155 20V (154 Hp) |
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| Start of production: | 1999 |
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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: | 154 Hp @ 6700 rpm. Same horsepower |
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| Power per litre: | 77.1 Hp/l [95mm less] |
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| Torque: | 186 Nm @ 3750 rpm. |
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| Engine Model/Code: | 182.B7.000 More details about the engine 182.B7.000 |
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| Engine displacement: | 1998 |
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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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| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
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| Engine oil capacity: | 5 l |
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| Coolant: | 7.2 l |
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| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
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| Cylinder Bore: | 82 mm mm |
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| Piston Stroke: | 75.65 mm mm |
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| Compression ratio: | 10:1 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 11 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: | 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, 122.7 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.7 kg/Nm, 148.2 Nm/tonne |
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| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 8.2 sec |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1255 |
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| Max. weight: | 1830 |
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| Max load: | 575 |
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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 [95mm less] |
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| Width: | 1740 mm mm [Same width.] |
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| Height: | 1420 mm mm [90mm less] |
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| Wheelbase: | 2540 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
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| Front track: | 1475 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1430 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 [bad for performance and cooling.] |
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| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
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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 | 195/60 R15 |
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| Front suspension | Wishbone |
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| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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