1988 Audi 200 vs. 2008 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2008 Fiat Stilo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1988 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Stilo. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi 200 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2008 Fiat Stilo. 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, 2008 Fiat Stilo (256 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Audi 200. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi 200 | 2008 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | 200 | Stilo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 58 L |
