2007 Fiat Stilo vs. 1983 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2007 Fiat Stilo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Stilo (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1983 Holden Commodore. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Holden Commodore weights approximately 10 kg more than 2007 Fiat Stilo.
Because 1983 Holden Commodore 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 1983 Holden Commodore. 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 (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Commodore. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Stilo | 1983 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Stilo | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1891 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
