2008 Fiat Stilo vs. 1989 Ford Corsair
To start off, 2008 Fiat Stilo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Corsair (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Stilo. (68 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 75 kg more than 1989 Ford Corsair.
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, 1989 Ford Corsair (189 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Stilo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Stilo. 1989 Ford Corsair has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Stilo has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Stilo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Ford Corsair will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Stilo | 1989 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Stilo | Corsair |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2560 mm |
