2001 Fiat Stilo vs. 2001 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2001 Fiat Stilo and 2001 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Astra (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (71 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Astra weights approximately 85 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, 2001 Opel Astra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Fiat Stilo | 2001 Opel Astra | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Stilo | Astra |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 52 L |