2007 Fiat Stilo vs. 2010 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2010 Smart ForTwo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 2,446 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Stilo (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2010 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 575 kg more than 2010 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Smart ForTwo 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 2010 Smart ForTwo. 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, 2007 Fiat Stilo (221 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Stilo | 2010 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Fiat | Smart |
Model | Stilo | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 2695 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 1867 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 33 L |