2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 1989 Lotus Elan
To start off, 2004 Fiat Stilo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lotus Elan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lotus Elan (165 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (71 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 78 kg more than 1989 Lotus Elan.
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, 1989 Lotus Elan (201 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Stilo | 1989 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | Stilo | Elan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 65 L |
