2001 Fiat Stilo vs. 1990 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2001 Fiat Stilo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Stilo (131 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 301 kg more than 1990 Toyota Carina. 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 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Carina. (139 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Fiat Stilo | 1990 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Stilo | Carina |
Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 70 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 61 L |