2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 1961 Fiat Berline
To start off, 2004 Fiat Stilo is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat Berline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat Berline (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat Berline should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat Berline weights approximately 180 kg more than 2004 Fiat Stilo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Fiat Berline 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 1961 Fiat Berline. 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, 1961 Fiat Berline (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat Berline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Stilo | 1961 Fiat Berline | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | Stilo | Berline |
Year Released | 2004 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 37 L |