2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1986 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto 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 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan Stanza (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (58 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Stanza weights approximately 66 kg more than 2003 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, 1986 Nissan Stanza (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1986 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Punto | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2480 mm |
