1997 Fiat Scudo vs. 1978 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1997 Fiat Scudo is newer by 19 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 15 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Scudo. (78 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Scudo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Fiat Scudo weights approximately 80 kg more than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Nissan Stanza (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Scudo. (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Scudo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Scudo | 1978 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Scudo | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
