2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 1951 Ford Consul
To start off, 2004 Fiat Stilo is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,745 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Stilo (134 HP) has 94 more horse power than 1951 Ford Consul. (40 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 415 kg more than 1951 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Ford Consul 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 1951 Ford Consul. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Fiat Stilo (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Consul. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Stilo | 1951 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Stilo | Consul |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1745 cc | 1508 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 40 HP |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
