2007 Fiat Stilo vs. 1997 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2007 Fiat Stilo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Primera 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 37 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Primera. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 180 kg more than 1997 Nissan Primera. 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 (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Primera. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Stilo | 1997 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Stilo | Primera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
