1961 Ford Zodiac vs. 1979 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1979 Nissan Stanza is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Nissan Stanza (94 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1961 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 236 kg more than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ford Zodiac | 1979 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Zodiac | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
