2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 1961 Fiat 850
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 850 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 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 727 kg more than 1961 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Fiat 850 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 1961 Fiat 850. 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 (306 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Stilo | 1961 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Stilo | 850 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 38 L |
