2001 Fiat Stilo vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 2001 Fiat Stilo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 124 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 20 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 295 kg more than 1978 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Fiat Stilo (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Stilo | 1978 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Stilo | 124 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2430 mm |
