1949 Citroen 15 vs. 2008 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2008 Fiat Stilo is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Stilo. (68 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Citroen 15 weights approximately 61 kg more than 2008 Fiat Stilo. 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, 1949 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Stilo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1949 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Citroen 15 | 2008 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | 15 | Stilo |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2610 mm |
