2005 Fiat Stilo vs. 1998 Rover 400
To start off, 2005 Fiat Stilo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 400 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 290 kg more than 1998 Rover 400.
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, 1998 Rover 400 (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Stilo | 1998 Rover 400 | |
Make | Fiat | Rover |
Model | Stilo | 400 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1120 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |