1977 Ford Fiesta vs. 1978 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1978 Nissan Stanza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Fiesta 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 27 more horse power than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Stanza weights approximately 195 kg more than 1977 Ford Fiesta. 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (94 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Fiesta | 1978 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fiesta | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
