2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 1978 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2004 Fiat Stilo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Stilo (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 389 kg more than 1978 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, 2004 Fiat Stilo (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Stilo | 1978 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Stilo | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
