2003 Fiat Stilo vs. 2013 Mini Roadster
To start off, 2013 Mini Roadster is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Stilo would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Roadster weights approximately 103 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, 2013 Mini Roadster (279 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Stilo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Stilo | 2013 Mini Roadster | |
| Make | Fiat | Mini |
| Model | Stilo | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3758 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1391 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
