1970 Fiat 500 vs. 2006 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,746 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Stilo (131 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 980 kg more than 1970 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Fiat 500 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 1970 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Fiat Stilo (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 500 | 2006 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 500 | Stilo |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2610 mm |
