2002 Fiat Stilo vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2002 Fiat Stilo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Fiat Stilo (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 210 kg more than 1996 Toyota Carina. 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, 2002 Fiat Stilo (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Fiat Stilo | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Stilo | Carina |
Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |