1998 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1979 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 19 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 1,746 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (94 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1979 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, 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1979 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 156 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |
