1999 Fiat Punto vs. 1978 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1999 Fiat Punto is newer by 21 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 34 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Stanza weights approximately 95 kg more than 1999 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Nissan Stanza (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Punto. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Punto | 1978 Nissan Stanza | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Punto | Stanza |
Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |