2001 Fiat Stilo vs. 1972 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2001 Fiat Stilo is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Celica (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Toyota Celica weights approximately 71 kg more than 2001 Fiat Stilo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Toyota Celica 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 1972 Toyota Celica. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Toyota Celica (137 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (114 Nm). This means 1972 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Stilo | 1972 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Stilo | Celica |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 50 L |
