2001 Fiat Stilo vs. 1976 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2001 Fiat Stilo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Cortina (90 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 40 kg more than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Because 1976 Ford Cortina 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 1976 Ford Cortina. 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, 1976 Ford Cortina (122 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (114 Nm). This means 1976 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Stilo | 1976 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Stilo | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 54 L |
