2001 Fiat Stilo vs. 2002 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2002 Skoda Fabia 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Skoda Fabia (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (71 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 21 kg more than 2002 Skoda Fabia.
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, 2002 Skoda Fabia (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Stilo. 2002 Skoda Fabia has automatic transmission and 2001 Fiat Stilo has manual transmission. 2001 Fiat Stilo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Skoda Fabia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Stilo | 2002 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Stilo | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 45 L |
