2009 Fiat 500 vs. 2004 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Stilo would be higher. Both 2009 Fiat 500 and 2004 Fiat Stilo are equipped with a 1,368 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat 500 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 305 kg more than 2009 Fiat 500.
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, 2009 Fiat 500 (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (129 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat 500 | 2004 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 500 | Stilo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 58 L |
