2002 Fiat Stilo vs. 1988 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2002 Fiat Stilo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Hyundai Sonata (110 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Stilo. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 33 kg more than 1988 Hyundai Sonata.
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, 2002 Fiat Stilo (197 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Hyundai Sonata. (193 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Fiat Stilo | 1988 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Stilo | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 100 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 | 1250 kg | 1217 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
