2007 Fiat Stilo vs. 1977 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2007 Fiat Stilo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Stilo (94 HP @ 580 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (45 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 340 kg more than 1977 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2007 Fiat Stilo (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Stilo | 1977 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Stilo | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 580 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 55.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 34 L |
