1978 Fiat 131 vs. 1979 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1979 Nissan Stanza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 2,444 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Nissan Stanza (94 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 131. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Fiat 131 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Fiat 131 (144 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 131 | 1979 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 131 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2444 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
