2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 1987 Renault 5
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 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,746 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Stilo (131 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1987 Renault 5. (118 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 602 kg more than 1987 Renault 5. 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, 1987 Renault 5 (165 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Stilo | 1987 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Stilo | 5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
