2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 1996 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2004 Fiat Stilo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda S-MX (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 14 kg more than 1996 Honda S-MX.
Because 1996 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Fiat Stilo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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 (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Stilo | 1996 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Stilo | S-MX |
Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |