2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 1976 Ford Granada
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Granada would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Stilo (131 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1976 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Granada weights approximately 40 kg more than 2006 Fiat Stilo.
Because 1976 Ford Granada 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 1976 Ford Granada. 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, 1976 Ford Granada (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Stilo | 1976 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Stilo | Granada |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 3272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2800 mm |
