2007 Fiat Stilo vs. 1956 Ford Escort
To start off, 2007 Fiat Stilo is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Stilo (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1956 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 671 kg more than 1956 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Ford Escort 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 1956 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Fiat Stilo (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Escort. (72 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Stilo | 1956 Ford Escort | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Stilo | Escort |
Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2150 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 63.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 92.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 817 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2220 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 31 L |