2007 Fiat Stilo vs. 1992 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2007 Fiat Stilo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Falcon (198 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Stilo. (94 HP @ 580 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Falcon weights approximately 410 kg more than 2007 Fiat Stilo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Ford Falcon 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 1992 Ford Falcon. 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, 1992 Ford Falcon (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Stilo. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Stilo | 1992 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Stilo | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 580 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2800 mm |
