2001 Fiat Stilo vs. 1961 Renault 4
To start off, 2001 Fiat Stilo is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Stilo (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1961 Renault 4. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1961 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 725 kg more than 1961 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Fiat Stilo (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Renault 4. (51 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Stilo | 1961 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Stilo | 4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 51 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 110 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 34 L |
