1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 1979 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 208 is newer by 3 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 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 208 (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (94 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 350 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, 1982 Ferrari 208 (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 208 | 1979 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 208 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
