2002 Fiat Stilo vs. 1998 Honda Accord
To start off, 2002 Fiat Stilo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Stilo. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 25 kg more than 2002 Fiat Stilo. 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 (197 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Fiat Stilo | 1998 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Stilo | Accord |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
