2005 Fiat Stilo vs. 1999 Mazda 121
To start off, 2005 Fiat Stilo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 1,367 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda 121 (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (71 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 104 kg more than 1999 Mazda 121.
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 (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda 121. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Stilo | 1999 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Stilo | 121 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 1241 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |
