1996 Ford Falcon vs. 2010 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2010 Fiat Stilo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,707 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Falcon (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Stilo. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Falcon weights approximately 430 kg more than 2010 Fiat Stilo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Ford Falcon 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 1996 Ford Falcon. 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, 1996 Ford Falcon (398 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Stilo. (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Falcon | 2010 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Falcon | Stilo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3707 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 398 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2610 mm |
