2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Stilo would be higher. Both 2004 Fiat Stilo and 2012 Fiat 500 are equipped with a 1,368 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (71 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 26 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500.
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, 2012 Fiat 500 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Stilo | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | Stilo | 500 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1072 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2301 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 40 L |