1977 Nissan Stanza vs. 1953 Rover P4
To start off, 1977 Nissan Stanza is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 93 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Rover P4 weights approximately 531 kg more than 1977 Nissan Stanza.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Rover P4 (187 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Nissan Stanza | 1953 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Stanza | P4 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |
