2007 Fiat Stilo vs. 1978 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2007 Fiat Stilo is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Stilo (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 410 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Fiat Stilo (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Stilo | 1978 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Stilo | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
