1973 Opel Commodore vs. 2009 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2009 Fiat Stilo is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,488 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Opel Commodore (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Stilo. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 240 kg more than 1973 Opel Commodore.
Because 1973 Opel Commodore 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 1973 Opel Commodore. 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, 1973 Opel Commodore (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Stilo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Opel Commodore | 2009 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Opel | Fiat |
| Model | Commodore | Stilo |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
