2001 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2001 Fiat Stilo
To start off, both 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2001 Fiat Stilo were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,773 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 260 kg more than 2001 Fiat Stilo. 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, 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2001 Fiat Stilo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | Spider | Stilo |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1773 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 70.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |