1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 1978 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1978 Nissan Stanza is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1000 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 @ 6200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Stanza weights approximately 275 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000. 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 1000 | 1978 Nissan Stanza | |
Make | Abarth | Nissan |
Model | 1000 | Stanza |
Year Released | 1959 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2410 mm |