2005 Fiat Stilo vs. 1959 Renault Floride
To start off, 2005 Fiat Stilo is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Renault Floride would be higher. At 1,367 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Stilo (71 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1959 Renault Floride. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 349 kg more than 1959 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Renault Floride 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 Renault Floride. 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 (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Floride. (65 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Stilo | 1959 Renault Floride | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Stilo | Floride |
Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1367 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 746 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2270 mm |