1988 Audi 80 vs. 2004 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2004 Fiat Stilo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Stilo (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1988 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1988 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 375 kg more than 1988 Audi 80. 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, 2004 Fiat Stilo (255 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Audi 80. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi 80 | 2004 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | 80 | Stilo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
