2001 Fiat Stilo vs. 1958 Porsche 550 A
To start off, 2001 Fiat Stilo is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Porsche 550 A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Porsche 550 A would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Porsche 550 A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Porsche 550 A (108 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Porsche 550 A should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 470 kg more than 1958 Porsche 550 A.
Because 1958 Porsche 550 A 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 1958 Porsche 550 A. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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.
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2001 Fiat Stilo | 1958 Porsche 550 A | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | Stilo | 550 A |
Year Released | 2001 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2110 mm |