2001 Fiat Stilo vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 11 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), 2012 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 116 (116 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (71 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 116 weights approximately 290 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 2012 BMW 116 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 2012 BMW 116. 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, 2012 BMW 116 (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Fiat Stilo | 2012 BMW 116 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | Stilo | 116 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4324 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 51 L |