1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1981 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1981 Nissan Stanza is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Stanza (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Stanza weights approximately 290 kg more than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Stanza, 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, 1981 Nissan Stanza (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 1981 Nissan Stanza has automatic transmission and 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Nissan Stanza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1981 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Giulietta | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2480 mm |
