1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2001 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2001 Fiat Stilo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Stilo (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 17 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Fiat Stilo (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2001 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 145 | Stilo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2570 mm |
