2001 Fiat Stilo vs. 1991 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2001 Fiat Stilo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Stilo (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 315 kg more than 1991 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Fiat Stilo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 (114 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm). This means 2001 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Stilo | 1991 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Stilo | Panda |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 38 L |
