2002 Fiat Stilo vs. 1996 Ford Probe
To start off, 2002 Fiat Stilo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Probe would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Probe (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Stilo. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 20 kg more than 1996 Ford Probe.
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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Probe. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Fiat Stilo | 1996 Ford Probe | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Stilo | Probe |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 58 L |
