2007 Fiat Stilo vs. 1989 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2007 Fiat Stilo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Stilo (114 HP) has 80 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Panda. (34 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 615 kg more than 1989 Fiat Panda. 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, 2007 Fiat Stilo (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Panda. (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Stilo | 1989 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Stilo | Panda |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 34 HP |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
