1974 Fiat 128 vs. 1981 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1981 Nissan Stanza is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Stanza (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Stanza weights approximately 120 kg more than 1974 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Nissan Stanza (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 128 | 1981 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 128 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2480 mm |
