2001 Fiat Stilo vs. 1996 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2001 Fiat Stilo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Vectra (82 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Vectra weights approximately 220 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, 1996 Opel Vectra (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Stilo | 1996 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Stilo | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
