2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 1996 Rover 600
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 600 would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 600 (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 600 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 395 kg more than 1996 Rover 600.
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 (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 600. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 600.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Stilo | 1996 Rover 600 | |
Make | Fiat | Rover |
Model | Stilo | 600 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1850 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |