2001 Fiat Stilo vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 9 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 408 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.
Because 2010 BMW 120 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Stilo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 BMW 120 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Fiat Stilo | 2010 BMW 120 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | Stilo | 120 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.8 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.3 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 51 L |