1988 Audi 80 vs. 2006 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo is newer by 18 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 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Stilo (94 HP @ 580 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1988 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1988 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 70 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, 2006 Fiat Stilo (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Audi 80. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | 80 | Stilo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1367 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 580 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 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 | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
