2005 Fiat Stilo vs. 1999 Rover 75
To start off, 2005 Fiat Stilo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Rover 75 would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Stilo (131 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1999 Rover 75. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1999 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rover 75 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2005 Fiat Stilo.
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, 2005 Fiat Stilo (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Stilo | 1999 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Stilo | 75 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2750 mm |
