2007 Fiat Stilo vs. 1988 Renault 5
To start off, 2007 Fiat Stilo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Stilo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1988 Renault 5. (95 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 5.
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, 2007 Fiat Stilo (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 5. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Stilo | 1988 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Stilo | 5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
