2001 Fiat Stilo vs. 2011 Ford Ka
To start off, 2011 Ford Ka is newer by 10 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. Both 2001 Fiat Stilo and 2011 Ford Ka are equipped with a 1,242 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Stilo (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2011 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 135 kg more than 2011 Ford Ka. 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 (114 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Ka. (102 Nm). This means 2001 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Stilo | 2011 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Stilo | Ka |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 35 L |
