1979 Nissan Stanza vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 32 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Nissan Stanza (94 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Panda weights approximately 185 kg more than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Fiat Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Nissan Stanza | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Nissan | Fiat |
| Model | Stanza | Panda |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2310 mm |
