2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 1959 Renault Floride
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Renault Floride 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 78 more horse power than 1959 Renault Floride. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 594 kg more than 1959 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Renault Floride 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 1959 Renault Floride. 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Floride. (65 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Stilo | 1959 Renault Floride | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Stilo | Floride |
Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 746 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2270 mm |