2003 Fiat Idea vs. 1979 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2003 Fiat Idea 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Nissan Stanza (94 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Idea. (78 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Idea weights approximately 203 kg more than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Nissan Stanza (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Idea. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Idea | 1979 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Idea | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
