2002 Fiat Stilo vs. 1999 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Fiat Stilo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Corolla (106 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Stilo. (101 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 208 kg more than 1999 Toyota Corolla.
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 (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Corolla. 1999 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2002 Fiat Stilo has manual transmission. 2002 Fiat Stilo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Fiat Stilo | 1999 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Stilo | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 106 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2470 mm |
