2004 BMW 120 vs. 2001 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2004 BMW 120 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 120 (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 120 weights approximately 233 kg more than 2001 Fiat Stilo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 BMW 120 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 2004 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2004 BMW 120 (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 120 | 2001 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 120 | Stilo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.6 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.7 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |
