1957 Abarth 500 vs. 1978 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1978 Nissan Stanza is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan Stanza (93 HP) has 73 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Stanza weights approximately 510 kg more than 1957 Abarth 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Nissan Stanza (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 500 | 1978 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | 500 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 478 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 93 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2410 mm |
