1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1979 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 8 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Nissan Stanza (94 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Nissan Stanza weights approximately 65 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Nissan Stanza (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1979 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Alfasud | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
