1995 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1978 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan Stanza (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Nissan Stanza (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. (115 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1978 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 146 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
