2001 Fiat Stilo vs. 1990 Mercury Capri
To start off, 2001 Fiat Stilo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercury Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercury Capri would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Capri (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Capri should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 205 kg more than 1990 Mercury Capri.
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 (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Capri. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Fiat Stilo | 1990 Mercury Capri | |
Make | Fiat | Mercury |
Model | Stilo | Capri |
Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |