2001 Fiat Stilo vs. 1988 Renault 25
To start off, 2001 Fiat Stilo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 25 (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 25 weights approximately 275 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, 1988 Renault 25 (280 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (114 Nm). This means 1988 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Stilo | 1988 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Stilo | 25 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
