1950 Austin A 70 vs. 2008 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2008 Fiat Stilo is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Stilo (68 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 70 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2008 Fiat Stilo.
Because 1950 Austin A 70 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 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Fiat Stilo (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 70. (158 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A 70 | 2008 Fiat Stilo | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | A 70 | Stilo |
Year Released | 1950 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 134 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 58 L |