2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 1996 Honda CRX
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda CRX would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Stilo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1996 Honda CRX. (131 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 290 kg more than 1996 Honda CRX. 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 (306 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CRX. (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Stilo | 1996 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Stilo | CRX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
