1964 Ford GT 40 vs. 2010 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2010 Fiat Stilo is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Stilo. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 546 kg more than 1964 Ford GT 40.
Because 1964 Ford GT 40 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 1964 Ford GT 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Fiat Stilo (145 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2010 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford GT 40 | 2010 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | GT 40 | Stilo |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2610 mm |
