2005 Fiat Stilo vs. 1976 Renault 14
To start off, 2005 Fiat Stilo is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 14. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 14 would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Stilo (95 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1976 Renault 14. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 370 kg more than 1976 Renault 14. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 14. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 14.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Stilo | 1976 Renault 14 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Stilo | 14 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1218 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 48 L |
