2005 Fiat Stilo vs. 1980 Porsche 924
To start off, 2005 Fiat Stilo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Porsche 924 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Porsche 924 (174 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 116 kg more than 1980 Porsche 924.
Because 1980 Porsche 924 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 1980 Porsche 924. 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 (261 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Porsche 924. (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Stilo | 1980 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Stilo | 924 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 261 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1179 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 62 L |
