1962 BMW 1500 vs. 2001 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2001 Fiat Stilo is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 1500 would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 BMW 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 BMW 1500 (80 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 BMW 1500 should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 32 kg more than 1962 BMW 1500.
Because 1962 BMW 1500 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 1962 BMW 1500. 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, 1962 BMW 1500 (118 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (114 Nm). This means 1962 BMW 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 1500 | 2001 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 1500 | Stilo |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
