2009 Fiat Linea vs. 2001 Oldsmobile O4
To start off, 2009 Fiat Linea is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Oldsmobile O4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Oldsmobile O4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Oldsmobile O4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Oldsmobile O4 (187 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Linea. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile O4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Linea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Oldsmobile O4 weights approximately 315 kg more than 2009 Fiat Linea. 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, 2001 Oldsmobile O4 (255 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Linea. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 Oldsmobile O4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Linea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Linea | 2001 Oldsmobile O4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Linea | O4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
