2005 Fiat Stilo vs. 1959 Ford Consul
To start off, 2005 Fiat Stilo is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,702 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Stilo (131 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 371 kg more than 1959 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Fiat Stilo (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Stilo | 1959 Ford Consul | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Stilo | Consul |
Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1702 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1089 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 47 L |