2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 1960 Riley 4
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Riley 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Stilo (94 HP @ 580 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1960 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1960 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 95 kg more than 1960 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Riley 4 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 1960 Riley 4. 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Riley 4. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Stilo | 1960 Riley 4 | |
Make | Fiat | Riley |
Model | Stilo | 4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1366 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 580 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |