2005 Fiat Stilo vs. 1998 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Fiat Stilo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Stilo (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1998 Subaru Impreza. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1998 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 226 kg more than 1998 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Stilo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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 (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Stilo | 1998 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | Stilo | Impreza |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1144 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |