2005 Fiat Stilo vs. 1993 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 2005 Fiat Stilo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Subaru Vivio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Subaru Vivio would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Stilo (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1993 Subaru Vivio. (63 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1993 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 523 kg more than 1993 Subaru Vivio. 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, 2005 Fiat Stilo (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Vivio. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Stilo | 1993 Subaru Vivio | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Stilo | Vivio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2320 mm |
