2005 Fiat Stilo vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 2005 Fiat Stilo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 19 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 19 (88 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (71 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 55 kg more than 1988 Renault 19.
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, 1988 Renault 19 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Stilo | 1988 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Stilo | 19 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2560 mm |
