2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 1988 Lada Samara
To start off, 2004 Fiat Stilo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada Samara would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Stilo (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 315 kg more than 1988 Lada Samara. 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, 2004 Fiat Stilo (129 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Stilo | 1988 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | Stilo | Samara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
