2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 1972 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Celica 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 25 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Celica. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 169 kg more than 1972 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Toyota Celica 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 1972 Toyota Celica. 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Celica. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Stilo | 1972 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Stilo | Celica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
