2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 1979 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2004 Fiat Stilo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Stilo (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Crown. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 75 kg more than 1979 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Toyota Crown 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 1979 Toyota Crown. 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 (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Crown. (191 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Stilo | 1979 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Stilo | Crown |
Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1908 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |