1969 Fiat Dino vs. 1981 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1981 Nissan Stanza is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat Dino (180 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Stanza. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat Dino weights approximately 360 kg more than 1981 Nissan Stanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Fiat Dino 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 1969 Fiat Dino. 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, 1969 Fiat Dino (216 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Stanza. (130 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Stanza. 1981 Nissan Stanza has automatic transmission and 1969 Fiat Dino has manual transmission. 1969 Fiat Dino 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:
1969 Fiat Dino | 1981 Nissan Stanza | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Dino | Stanza |
Year Released | 1969 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2419 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2480 mm |