2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 1,767 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Stilo (94 HP @ 580 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (39 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 25 kg more than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton 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 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. 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 (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (100 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Stilo | 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Stilo | Ponton |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1366 cc | 1767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 580 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
