2007 Fiat Stilo vs. 1970 Ford Corsair
To start off, 2007 Fiat Stilo is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 2,446 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Stilo (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1970 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 510 kg more than 1970 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Ford Corsair 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 1970 Ford Corsair. 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 (221 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Stilo | 1970 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Stilo | Corsair |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |
