2007 Fiat Stilo vs. 1999 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2007 Fiat Stilo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Fiesta (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Stilo. (94 HP @ 580 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 313 kg more than 1999 Ford Fiesta.
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, 1999 Ford Fiesta (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Stilo. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Stilo | 1999 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Stilo | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 580 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 922 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 40 L |
