2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 1957 Ford Consul
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Consul would be higher. At 2,446 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Stilo (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1957 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Consul.
Because 1957 Ford Consul 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 1957 Ford Consul. 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 (221 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Stilo | 1957 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Stilo | Consul |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
