2005 Fiat Stilo vs. 1981 Toyota Corsa

To start off, 2005 Fiat Stilo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,452 cc, 1981 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Stilo (95 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 419 kg more than 1981 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2005 Fiat Stilo (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corsa.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Fiat Stilo 1981 Toyota Corsa
Make Fiat Toyota
Model Stilo Corsa
Year Released 2005 1981
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1368 cc 1452 cc
Horse Power 95 HP 68 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 131 Nm 115 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1235 kg 816 kg
Vehicle Length 4520 mm 4000 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1560 mm
Vehicle Height 1580 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2510 mm


 

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