2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 1989 Peugeot 605
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Peugeot 605 (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 51 kg more than 1989 Peugeot 605.
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 Peugeot 605 (175 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Stilo | 1989 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Stilo | 605 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1324 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2810 mm |
