2005 Fiat Stilo vs. 1996 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Fiat Stilo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Stilo (99 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1996 Opel Vectra. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Vectra weights approximately 44 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, 1996 Opel Vectra (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Stilo | 1996 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Stilo | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1310 kg |
