2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 1998 Venturi 400
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Venturi 400 (396 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Stilo.
Because 1998 Venturi 400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Venturi 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Stilo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (221 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Stilo | 1998 Venturi 400 | |
| Make | Fiat | Venturi |
| Model | Stilo | 400 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 291 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2000 mm |
