2001 Fiat Stilo vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 2001 Fiat Stilo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 124 would be higher. At 2,446 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Stilo (168 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 336 kg more than 1979 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 (221 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Stilo | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Stilo | 124 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2430 mm |
