2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 1989 Ford Meteor
To start off, 2004 Fiat Stilo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 1,745 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Stilo (131 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1989 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Meteor.
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 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Stilo | 1989 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Stilo | Meteor |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1745 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
