1965 Abarth 595 vs. 2004 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2004 Fiat Stilo is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Abarth 595. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Abarth 595 would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Stilo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1965 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1965 Abarth 595. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Abarth 595 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 1965 Abarth 595. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Fiat Stilo (311 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Abarth 595 | 2004 Fiat Stilo | |
Make | Abarth | Fiat |
Model | 595 | Stilo |
Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 594 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 58 L |