2008 Fiat Stilo vs. 1998 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 Fiat Stilo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Carina (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Stilo. (68 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 140 kg more than 1998 Toyota Carina.
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 (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Stilo | 1998 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Stilo | Carina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |
