1977 Ford Cortina vs. 2009 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2009 Fiat Stilo is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Cortina (123 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Stilo. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 270 kg more than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Because 1977 Ford Cortina 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 1977 Ford Cortina. 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, 1977 Ford Cortina (289 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Stilo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Cortina | 2009 Fiat Stilo | |
Make | Ford | Fiat |
Model | Cortina | Stilo |
Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 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 | 1140 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |