1977 Fiat 132 vs. 1980 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1980 Nissan Stanza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 132 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Fiat 132 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Fiat 132 (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Fiat 132 should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Fiat 132 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1980 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, 1977 Fiat 132 (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Fiat 132 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 132 | 1980 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 132 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
