2005 Fiat Stilo vs. 1993 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Fiat Stilo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Stilo (94 HP) has 31 more horse power than 1993 Volkswagen Golf. (63 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1993 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 145 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Fiat Stilo (129 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volkswagen Golf. (124 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Stilo | 1993 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Stilo | Golf |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2480 mm |
