1979 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1981 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1981 Nissan Stanza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Stanza (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 880 kg more than 1981 Nissan Stanza.
Because 1979 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Nissan Stanza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Fiat Campagnola will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1979 Fiat Campagnola (148 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Stanza. (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat Campagnola | 1981 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Campagnola | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2480 mm |
