1985 Fiat 127 vs. 1980 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1985 Fiat 127 is newer by 5 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, 1980 Nissan Stanza (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1985 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Stanza weights approximately 125 kg more than 1985 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, 1980 Nissan Stanza (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat 127 | 1980 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 127 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2410 mm |
