1981 Buick Estate vs. 2010 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2010 Fiat Stilo is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick Estate weights approximately 615 kg more than 2010 Fiat Stilo.
Because 1981 Buick Estate 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 1981 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1981 Buick Estate (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Stilo. (221 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Stilo. 1981 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2010 Fiat Stilo has manual transmission. 2010 Fiat Stilo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Buick Estate | 2010 Fiat Stilo | |
Make | Buick | Fiat |
Model | Estate | Stilo |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 380 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |