2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 1966 Jaguar 420G
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jaguar 420G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jaguar 420G would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar 420G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar 420G (255 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar 420G should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Stilo.
Because 1966 Jaguar 420G 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 1966 Jaguar 420G. 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, 1966 Jaguar 420G (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (221 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar 420G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Stilo | 1966 Jaguar 420G | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | Stilo | 420G |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
