1966 Ford Lotus Cortina vs. 1977 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1977 Nissan Stanza is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Nissan Stanza weights approximately 50 kg more than 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina | 1977 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Lotus Cortina | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
