1981 Fiat 127 vs. 1978 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1981 Fiat 127 is newer by 3 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, 1978 Nissan Stanza (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Stanza weights approximately 120 kg more than 1981 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Nissan Stanza (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (75 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 127 | 1978 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 127 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2410 mm |
