1983 Ford Capri vs. 2010 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2010 Fiat Stilo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Capri (205 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Stilo. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 50 kg more than 1983 Ford Capri.
Because 1983 Ford Capri 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 1983 Ford Capri. 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, 1983 Ford Capri (353 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Stilo. (256 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Capri | 2010 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Capri | Stilo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2610 mm |
