1979 Nissan Stanza vs. 2008 Alfa Romeo GT
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo GT (163 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (94 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 440 kg more than 1979 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo GT (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Nissan Stanza | 2008 Alfa Romeo GT | |
| Make | Nissan | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Stanza | GT |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2600 mm |
