2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 1990 Peugeot 605
To start off, 2004 Fiat Stilo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Stilo (134 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 605. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2004 Fiat Stilo.
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, 1990 Peugeot 605 (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Stilo. 1990 Peugeot 605 has automatic transmission and 2004 Fiat Stilo has manual transmission. 2004 Fiat Stilo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Peugeot 605 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Stilo | 1990 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Stilo | 605 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1745 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2810 mm |
