1978 Nissan Stanza vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 400 kg more than 1978 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, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (250 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Stanza | 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
| Make | Nissan | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Stanza | Giulietta |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 |
