2003 Fiat Panda vs. 2002 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 1 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Fiat Stilo (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 390 kg more than 2003 Fiat Panda. 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 2002 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Panda | Stilo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1249 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 58 L |
