1973 Honda 1300 vs. 1978 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1978 Nissan Stanza is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan Stanza (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1973 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Stanza weights approximately 60 kg more than 1973 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Nissan Stanza (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda 1300 | 1978 Nissan Stanza | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | 1300 | Stanza |
Year Released | 1973 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1594 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2410 mm |