2007 Fiat Stilo vs. 1995 Ford Probe
To start off, 2007 Fiat Stilo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Probe would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Stilo (131 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1995 Ford Probe. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 85 kg more than 1995 Ford Probe. 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, 1995 Ford Probe (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Stilo. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Stilo | 1995 Ford Probe | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Stilo | Probe |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1745 cc | 1990 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 | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
