1959 Jaguar MK VIII vs. 2009 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2009 Fiat Stilo is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK VIII (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Stilo. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 470 kg more than 2009 Fiat Stilo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Jaguar MK VIII 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 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1959 Jaguar MK VIII (292 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Stilo. (256 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jaguar MK VIII | 2009 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Jaguar | Fiat |
| Model | MK VIII | Stilo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 58 L |
