2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (99 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 115 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
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 (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Stilo | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Stilo | Corolla |
Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |