1982 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1980 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider (108 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 45 kg more than 1980 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, 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1980 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Spider | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 93 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |
