2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 1958 Ford Consul
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,746 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Stilo (131 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1958 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 235 kg more than 1958 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 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 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 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 1958 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Stilo | 1958 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Stilo | Consul |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 1702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 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 Weight | 1315 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 47 L |
