2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 1954 Fiat 1100
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Stilo (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 490 kg more than 1954 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Fiat 1100 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 1954 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Fiat Stilo (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Stilo | 1954 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Stilo | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 38 L |
