2005 Fiat Stilo vs. 2012 Chevrolet Optra
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Optra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Optra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Optra (108 HP) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (95 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Optra should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Optra weights approximately 26 kg more than 2005 Fiat Stilo. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Optra (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Optra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Stilo | 2012 Chevrolet Optra | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | Stilo | Optra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
