2003 Fiat Stilo vs. 1976 Renault 20
To start off, 2003 Fiat Stilo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 20 would be higher. At 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Renault 20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Stilo (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1976 Renault 20. (96 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Renault 20 weights approximately 23 kg more than 2003 Fiat Stilo.
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, 2003 Fiat Stilo (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 20. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Stilo | 1976 Renault 20 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Stilo | 20 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 59 L |
