1977 Nissan Stanza vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 400 kg more than 1977 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, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Nissan Stanza | 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
| Make | Nissan | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Stanza | Giulietta |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4351 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2634 mm |
