2006 Fiat Idea vs. 1979 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2006 Fiat Idea is newer by 27 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 25 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Idea. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Idea weights approximately 195 kg more than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Fiat Idea (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Idea | 1979 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Idea | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 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 |
