2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1979 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 24 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (94 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 595 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1979 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 166 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |
