2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 1979 Porsche 924
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Porsche 924 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Porsche 924 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 471 kg more than 1979 Porsche 924.
Because 1979 Porsche 924 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 1979 Porsche 924. 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, 1979 Porsche 924 (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Porsche 924 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Stilo | 1979 Porsche 924 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | Stilo | 924 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 86.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 84.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 241 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 | 1650 kg | 1179 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 84 L |