2005 Fiat Stilo vs. 1980 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2005 Fiat Stilo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 1,367 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Vauxhall Astra (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (71 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 240 kg more than 1980 Vauxhall Astra.
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 (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Vauxhall Astra. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Stilo | 1980 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | Stilo | Astra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |
