2005 Fiat Idea vs. 1978 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2005 Fiat Idea is newer by 27 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan Stanza (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Idea. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Idea weights approximately 190 kg more than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Nissan Stanza (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Idea. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Idea | 1978 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Idea | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1366 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
