1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 2001 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2001 Fiat Stilo is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 215 kg more than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Because 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Stilo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Fiat Stilo (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 2001 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 1900 | Stilo |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1884 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
