2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 2012 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2012 Fiat Strada 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 Strada are equipped with a 1,368 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Strada (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (71 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster 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, 2012 Fiat Strada (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Strada 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 Strada | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Stilo | Strada |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| 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 | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1644 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2718 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 58 L |
