2005 Fiat Stilo vs. 1965 Ford Corsair
To start off, 2005 Fiat Stilo is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,663 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Stilo (94 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1965 Ford Corsair. (76 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 95 kg more than 1965 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Ford Corsair 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 1965 Ford Corsair. 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, 1965 Ford Corsair (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (129 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1965 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Stilo | 1965 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Stilo | Corsair |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 76 HP |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
