2001 Fiat Stilo vs. 1988 Lada Samara
To start off, 2001 Fiat Stilo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada Samara would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Stilo (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 345 kg more than 1988 Lada Samara. 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 Fiat Stilo (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Stilo | 1988 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | Stilo | Samara |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
