1999 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2009 Fiat Stilo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,446 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 425 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic.
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 (221 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (152 Nm). This means 2009 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Civic | 2009 Fiat Stilo | |
Make | Honda | Fiat |
Model | Civic | Stilo |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1000 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 152 Nm | 221 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |