2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 1987 Renault 25
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 25 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Stilo (131 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1987 Renault 25. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 305 kg more than 1987 Renault 25. 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, 2006 Fiat Stilo (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 25. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Stilo | 1987 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Stilo | 25 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 34 L |
