2005 Fiat Stilo vs. 1966 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2005 Fiat Stilo is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,375 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Pontiac GTO (366 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (131 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 60 kg more than 1966 Pontiac GTO.
Because 1966 Pontiac GTO 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 1966 Pontiac GTO. 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, 1966 Pontiac GTO (575 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Stilo | 1966 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | Stilo | GTO |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 6375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 366 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2930 mm |
