2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 1989 Holden Camira
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Holden Camira would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Stilo (131 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1989 Holden Camira. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 410 kg more than 1989 Holden Camira. 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, 1989 Holden Camira (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Holden Camira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Stilo | 1989 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Stilo | Camira |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
