2007 Fiat Stilo vs. 1972 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2007 Fiat Stilo is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Celica (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Stilo. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 79 kg more than 1972 Toyota Celica.
Because 1972 Toyota Celica 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 1972 Toyota Celica. 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 (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Celica. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Stilo | 1972 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Stilo | Celica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 167 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 | 1225 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
