2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 1985 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Stilo (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1985 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 605 kg more than 1985 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Stilo | 1985 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Stilo | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
