2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 1950 Mercury Roadster

To start off, 2004 Fiat Stilo is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Mercury Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Mercury Roadster would be higher. At 3,990 cc (8 cylinders), 1950 Mercury Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Stilo (134 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1950 Mercury Roadster. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1950 Mercury Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Mercury Roadster weights approximately 90 kg more than 2004 Fiat Stilo.

Because 1950 Mercury Roadster 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 1950 Mercury Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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. 1950 Mercury Roadster has automatic transmission and 2004 Fiat Stilo has manual transmission. 2004 Fiat Stilo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1950 Mercury Roadster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2004 Fiat Stilo 1950 Mercury Roadster
Make Fiat Mercury
Model Stilo Roadster
Year Released 2004 1950
Body Type Station Wagon Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1745 cc 3990 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 134 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 3800 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1460 kg 1550 kg
Vehicle Length 4520 mm 5260 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2960 mm