2001 Fiat Stilo vs. 2003 Mazda 3
To start off, 2003 Mazda 3 is newer by 2 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda 3 (160 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 3 weights approximately 150 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, 2003 Mazda 3 (195 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Stilo | 2003 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Stilo | 3 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.3 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
