2001 Fiat Stilo vs. 2002 Honda Z
To start off, 2002 Honda Z 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 1,910 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 2002 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 355 kg more than 2002 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Z 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, 2002 Honda Z 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 (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Stilo | 2002 Honda Z | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Stilo | Z |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 35 L |
