2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 1981 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Stilo (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 343 kg more than 1981 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Toyota Corolla 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 1981 Toyota Corolla. 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 (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corolla. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Stilo | 1981 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Stilo | Corolla |
Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |