2005 Fiat Stilo vs. 1997 Proton Tiara
To start off, 2005 Fiat Stilo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Proton Tiara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Proton Tiara would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Stilo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1997 Proton Tiara. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1997 Proton Tiara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 615 kg more than 1997 Proton Tiara. 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 (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Proton Tiara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Stilo | 1997 Proton Tiara | |
| Make | Fiat | Proton |
| Model | Stilo | Tiara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2290 mm |
