1971 Fiat 127 vs. 1980 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1980 Nissan Stanza is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Nissan Stanza (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Stanza weights approximately 250 kg more than 1971 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Nissan Stanza (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 127 | 1980 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 127 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2410 mm |
