2008 Fiat Stilo vs. 2003 Fiat Seicento
To start off, 2008 Fiat Stilo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Stilo (68 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 530 kg more than 2003 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Seicento. (85 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Stilo | 2003 Fiat Seicento | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Stilo | Seicento |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 35 L |
