1986 Nissan Stanza vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 574 kg more than 1986 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Stanza | 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Nissan | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Stanza | 166 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |
