2001 Fiat Stilo vs. 2008 Kia Spectra
To start off, 2008 Kia Spectra is newer by 7 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), 2008 Kia Spectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Spectra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Spectra should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Spectra weights approximately 421 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, 2008 Kia Spectra (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Spectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Stilo | 2008 Kia Spectra | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Stilo | Spectra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| 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 | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1511 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 53 L |
