2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 1999 Fiat Seicento
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 1,367 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Stilo (94 HP @ 580 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 355 kg more than 1999 Fiat Seicento. 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 (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Stilo | 1999 Fiat Seicento | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Stilo | Seicento |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 580 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1090 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 35 L |
