2005 Fiat Stilo vs. 1990 Renault Alpine
To start off, 2005 Fiat Stilo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Alpine would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Renault Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault Alpine (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (95 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 25 kg more than 1990 Renault Alpine.
Because 1990 Renault Alpine 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 1990 Renault Alpine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1990 Renault Alpine (290 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Stilo | 1990 Renault Alpine | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Stilo | Alpine |
Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 91.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 63 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 72 L |