2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 1998 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2004 Fiat Stilo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus Elise (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 780 kg more than 1998 Lotus Elise.
Because 1998 Lotus Elise is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Stilo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus Elise. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Stilo | 1998 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | Stilo | Elise |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 89.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 40 L |
