1956 Ford Escort vs. 1977 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1977 Nissan Stanza is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Nissan Stanza (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1956 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Nissan Stanza weights approximately 138 kg more than 1956 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Nissan Stanza (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Escort. (72 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1977 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Escort | 1977 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2410 mm |
