2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 1989 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Fiat Stilo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Corolla 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 25 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 290 kg more than 1989 Toyota Corolla. 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 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (149 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Stilo | 1989 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Stilo | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1745 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
| 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 Weight | 1315 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
