2000 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1979 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 21 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (94 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 395 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1979 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | GTV | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
