2003 Smart Roadster vs. 2010 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2010 Fiat Stilo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Smart Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Smart Roadster would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Smart Roadster (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Stilo. (68 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Smart Roadster should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 380 kg more than 2003 Smart Roadster.
Because 2003 Smart Roadster 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 2003 Smart Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Fiat Stilo (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Smart Roadster | 2010 Fiat Stilo | |
Make | Smart | Fiat |
Model | Roadster | Stilo |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 78.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |