Fiat Stilo into the report on "Europe's Biggest Loss Making Cars". In 2004, the 1242 cc engine was dropped in favour of the Punto's 1.4 L unit, increasing the car's power to 95 bhp (71 kW), again combined with the six-speed gearbox. Also, the tail lights were altered, and the Abarth version gained a manual gearbox, instead of the "Selespeed". The original engine and gearbox combinations were: The Fiat Stilo passed the Euro NCAP car safety tests, with following ratings: A Group N version of the car was developed by Abarth to compete in the single make trophy called Trofeo Stilo Abarth,
RIO Models specifications and historical information about the car (Vitesse Models of Portugal has a similar practice). Even today, there is a feeling of uniqueness and irresistibility to RIO's models that other classic car model producers have difficulty emulating. Models today usually cost $50.00 to $60.00. In 2011 RIO Models was acquired by M4 models of Pesaro, Italy, makers of the Best Model and Art Model lines. RIO models are featured on the website of their present parent company M4: M4 S.A.S. RIO Models RIO Models are intricately detailed diecast and plastic 1:43 scale models made in Cernobbio, Italy on Lake Como,