1967 Opel Record vs. 2009 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2009 Fiat Stilo is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Record would be higher. At 2,118 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Record is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Record (73 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Stilo. (68 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Record should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 187 kg more than 1967 Opel Record.
Because 1967 Opel Record 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 1967 Opel Record. 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, 1967 Opel Record (223 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Stilo. (145 Nm). This means 1967 Opel Record will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Record | 2009 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Opel | Fiat |
| Model | Record | Stilo |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2118 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.3 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
