1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 1978 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo is newer by 20 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 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo (187 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo (223 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 1978 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Dardo | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
