2001 Fiat Stilo vs. 2002 Fiat Seicento
To start off, 2002 Fiat Seicento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Stilo 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 355 kg more than 2002 Fiat Seicento. 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 (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Stilo | 2002 Fiat Seicento | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Stilo | Seicento |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1114 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 35 L |
