2005 Fiat Palio vs. 1981 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2005 Fiat Palio is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Stanza (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Palio weights approximately 460 kg more than 1981 Nissan Stanza.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1981 Nissan Stanza (130 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Palio | 1981 Nissan Stanza | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Palio | Stanza |
Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2480 mm |