1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1980 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 7 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 535 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1980 Nissan Stanza | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
Model | 164 | Stanza |
Year Released | 1987 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |