2008 Fiat Stilo vs. 1992 Mazda 626
To start off, 2008 Fiat Stilo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mazda 626 (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Stilo. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 11 kg more than 1992 Mazda 626.
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, 2008 Fiat Stilo (256 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mazda 626. (221 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Stilo | 1992 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Stilo | 626 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 74 mm |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 219 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
