2007 Fiat Stilo vs. 1990 Rover 400
To start off, 2007 Fiat Stilo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,745 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Stilo (131 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1990 Rover 400. (115 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 240 kg more than 1990 Rover 400. 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 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover 400. (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Stilo | 1990 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Stilo | 400 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1745 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2560 mm |
