2002 Fiat Stilo vs. 2012 SSC Tuatara
To start off, 2012 SSC Tuatara is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 6,932 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 SSC Tuatara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SSC Tuatara (1,350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 1271 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Stilo. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SSC Tuatara should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 3 kg more than 2012 SSC Tuatara.
Because 2012 SSC Tuatara is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 SSC Tuatara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Fiat Stilo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 SSC Tuatara (1,042 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 845 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Stilo. (197 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 SSC Tuatara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Fiat Stilo | 2012 SSC Tuatara | |
| Make | Fiat | SSC |
| Model | Stilo | Tuatara |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 6932 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 1350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 1042 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1092 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2667 mm |
