2008 Fiat Stilo vs. 1965 Fiat 500
To start off, 2008 Fiat Stilo is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Stilo (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1965 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 870 kg more than 1965 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Fiat 500 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 1965 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Fiat Stilo (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Stilo | 1965 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Stilo | 500 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 1950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 38 L |
