2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 1997 Ford Puma
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Puma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Puma 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 (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1997 Ford Puma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 640 kg more than 1997 Ford Puma. 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 (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Puma. (126 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Stilo | 1997 Ford Puma | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Stilo | Puma |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 42 L |
