2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 1957 Porsche 356
To start off, 2004 Fiat Stilo is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Porsche 356 (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (94 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 430 kg more than 1957 Porsche 356.
Because 1957 Porsche 356 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 1957 Porsche 356. 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 (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Porsche 356. (120 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Stilo | 1957 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Stilo | 356 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 52 L |
