2005 Fiat Stilo vs. 1995 Renault Sport Spider
To start off, 2005 Fiat Stilo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Sport Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Sport Spider would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Sport Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Sport Spider (144 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (95 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Sport Spider should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 305 kg more than 1995 Renault Sport Spider.
Because 1995 Renault Sport Spider 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 1995 Renault Sport Spider. 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, 1995 Renault Sport Spider (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Sport Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Stilo | 1995 Renault Sport Spider | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Stilo | Sport Spider |
Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |