1998 Fiat Duna vs. 1979 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1998 Fiat Duna 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 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Nissan Stanza (94 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Nissan Stanza weights approximately 25 kg more than 1998 Fiat Duna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Nissan Stanza (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Duna. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Duna | 1979 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Duna | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
