1994 Toyota Venture vs. 2009 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2009 Fiat Stilo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Stilo (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 70 kg more than 1994 Toyota Venture. 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, 2009 Fiat Stilo (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Toyota Venture | 2009 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Toyota | Fiat |
| Model | Venture | Stilo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1812 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
