2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 2001 Honda Fit
To start off, 2004 Fiat Stilo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Fit 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 46 more horse power than 2001 Honda Fit. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 325 kg more than 2001 Honda Fit. 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Stilo | 2001 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Stilo | Fit |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1745 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 42 L |
