2008 Fiat Stilo vs. 1980 Ford Escort
To start off, 2008 Fiat Stilo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Escort (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Stilo. (68 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 415 kg more than 1980 Ford Escort.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Stilo | 1980 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Stilo | Escort |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 64.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 40 L |
