2007 Fiat Stilo vs. 1998 Honda S2000
To start off, 2007 Fiat Stilo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda S2000 (251 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Stilo. (131 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 220 kg more than 1998 Honda S2000.
Because 1998 Honda S2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Stilo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Honda S2000 (218 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Stilo. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Stilo | 1998 Honda S2000 | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Stilo | S2000 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.7:1 |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |