1970 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 1979 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1979 Nissan Stanza is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750 would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750 (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (94 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750 should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750 weights approximately 131 kg more than 1979 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, 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750 (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 1979 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 1750 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
