2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 1988 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Suzuki Vitara 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 56 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 450 kg more than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Fiat Stilo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Suzuki Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Stilo | 1988 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Stilo | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2210 mm |
