2005 Fiat Stilo vs. 2001 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Fiat Stilo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Stilo (99 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Corolla. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 41 kg more than 2001 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2001 Toyota Corolla (215 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Stilo | 2001 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Stilo | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1225 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2480 mm |
