2003 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1986 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 510 kg more than 1986 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 GTV (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1986 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | GTV | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2480 mm |
