1968 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1986 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1986 Nissan Stanza is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 104 kg more than 1986 Nissan Stanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1986 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | GTV | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2480 mm |
