2007 Fiat Stilo vs. 1992 Renault 19
To start off, 2007 Fiat Stilo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Renault 19 would be higher. At 2,446 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Stilo (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1992 Renault 19. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 205 kg more than 1992 Renault 19. 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 (221 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault 19. (166 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Stilo | 1992 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Stilo | 19 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
