2007 Fiat Stilo vs. 1980 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2007 Fiat Stilo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Stilo (94 HP @ 580 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Carina. (88 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 135 kg more than 1980 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Toyota Carina 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 1980 Toyota Carina. 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, 1980 Toyota Carina (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Stilo. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Stilo | 1980 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Stilo | Carina |
Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 580 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 61 L |