1991 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1980 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1991 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 11 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 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alfa Romeo 164 (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 485 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, 1991 Alfa Romeo 164 (289 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1980 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 164 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 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 |
