1996 Opel Vectra vs. 2010 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2010 Fiat Stilo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,446 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 90 kg more than 1996 Opel Vectra.
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, 2010 Fiat Stilo (221 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Vectra. (168 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Vectra | 2010 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Opel | Fiat |
| Model | Vectra | Stilo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
