2007 Fiat Stilo vs. 1996 Renault 19
To start off, 2007 Fiat Stilo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault 19 would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Stilo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1996 Renault 19. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 195 kg more than 1996 Renault 19. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Fiat Stilo (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault 19. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Stilo | 1996 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Stilo | 19 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
