2007 Fiat Stilo vs. 1993 Peugeot 309
To start off, 2007 Fiat Stilo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Peugeot 309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Peugeot 309 would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Stilo (94 HP @ 580 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 309. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 255 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 309. 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 (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 309. (91 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Stilo | 1993 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Stilo | 309 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 580 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2480 mm |
