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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Stilo (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2002 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2002 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 78 kg more than 2002 Skoda Fabia. 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 (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Skoda Fabia.
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 | 1596 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
