2001 Fiat Stilo vs. 2011 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2011 Smart ForTwo 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. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Stilo (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2011 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 312 kg more than 2011 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Smart ForTwo 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 2011 Smart ForTwo. 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, 2001 Fiat Stilo (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Stilo | 2011 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Fiat | Smart |
| Model | Stilo | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 1867 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.8 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.3 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 33 L |
